VOL. 73 NO. 9 OCTOBER 2018 Solidarity with Boeing Charleston Flight Line Workers IAM District 751 continues to stand in solidarity with the Flight Line workers at Boeing South Carolina in their quest to gain rights on the job. These workers voted overwhelmingly to have IAM representation on May 31st. Unfortunately, Boeing continues to 1st Shift Seattle Flight Line IAM 751 members raise their unity wristbands in solidarity with Boeing Charleston Flight Line workers. refuse to recognize the legal rights of these workers (even after the NLRB ruled in the workers’ favor). The fact is Boeing should agree to meet and begin negotiating a first contract. IAM District 751 leadership, as well as our membership, support Boeing South Carolina Flight Line employees in their fight for representation. 751 members working on the Seattle, Renton and Everett Flight Line are wearing solidarity wristbands to show their unity with Charleston workers in their efforts to gain a first contract. The wristbands also send a message to Boeing, we stand with the workers in Charleston as they fight for their federally-protected right to have a union contract. IAM District 751 leaders attending the IAM Aerospace Continued on Page 3 Second shift Renton Flight Line crew shows solidarity with Charleston by wearing their unity wristbands. Membership Solidarity Conference Saturday, Oct. 13 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn the power you have when you stand with • How the Membership Bill of Rights is Working fellow union members! Register online today to attend • Educational Benefits (EA/LTP); Employee Requested the Membership Solidarity Conference on Saturday, Transfers; October 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Seattle Union • Free Online College to IAM Members AND their Hall (9135 15th Pl. S.). Checkin begins at 9:30 a.m. This Family Members conference will present valuable information covering • Safety On the Job; Using the SHEAR Form; your rights on the job, new benefits, educational Imminent Danger Clause resources, and how we are challenging pay disparity, as • Understanding Your Rights; 7 Tests of Just Cause well as giving you an opportunity to interact with union Discipline Lunch will be provided and leaders and other members. Knowledge IAM International President Robert Martinez and is Power! Plan those attending will receive Business Rep Garth Luark (r) thanks Steward Kristi Western Territory GVP Gary Allen will also address to attend, a free union t-shirt. Reserve Kidrick for her efforts to protect our members. participants. increase your your t-shirt and seat at the knowledge conference by registering Workshops will cover topics such as: and our Steward and BRs • Challenging Pay Disparity at Boeing collective online at www.iam751.org. • The Power of Solidarity with Concerted Activity power! Protect Members’ Upcoming Opportunities for Union Classes Privacy Information Union education classes and “Introduction to your members understand that nothing in our contract was a Our Union Stewards fight daily to protect rights of Union” seminars are offered on an ongoing basis. Visit gift from the company and every provision was obtained our members on the shop floor with the full backing of www.iam751.org (resources tab, class registration) to through unity from the members who came before them. Union Business Reps. sign up for education classes. Continued on Page 2 Sometimes protecting members’ rights extends beyond Union classes rotate between the contract language to basic rights. That was the case union halls and the class topic changes, recently in Everett, when Union Steward Kristi Kidrick as well. (with assistance from Business Reps Howard Carlson and The fourth week of each month we Garth Luark) ensured our members were not intimidated offer a 90-minute “Introduction to Your into complying with an unreasonable management Union” Seminar at the Auburn, Everett request that would put their personal information at and Seattle Union Halls for our newer risk. A member from a different shop approached Kristi members. The workshop gives a brief questioning a request from management. overview of our union so our newest Members and stewards attending a union class in Seattle. Continued on Page 4 New Option ★ ★ ★ ★★ Help with Inside Index President’s Message...... 2 for Retirees Home Buying Nothing Is a Gift...... 3 New discounted, in the General Election Unique union programs Service to the Community...... 6 guaranteed-issue Medigap ★ ★ TUESDAY ★ ★ offer rebates to help Retirement News...... 9 members buy and sell Want Ads...... 10 plans for our Medicare- November 6th eligible retirees their homes 7 Eastern Washington News...... 12 3 See Voting Recommendations, page 4 Page 2 751 Aero Mechanic October 2018

Report From the President Increase Our Collective Strength with Your Participation By JON HOLDEN Several months back we at the Auburn Union Hall (2 sessions 10 together working toward a common goal. IAM 751 District President began offering a 90-minute new a.m. and 3:30 p.m.). Again, knowledge is power and Knowledge is power is member introductory seminar Stewards and members will leave this recognizing these company tactics makes certainly true in our union. as a way to reach out and share class able to identify when a workplace it easier to combat. That is why we continually information with our newer issue is a contract violation, and therefore Our collective power grows as more look for ways to involve and members. Attendance has steadily grievable. The role of stewards in the members take advantage of our classes, educate our members so we increased as participants tell their grievance procedure will be reviewed workshops and conferences to make our can increase our collective co-workers about this experience. as well as how to investigate a worker’s Union stronger. So consider taking part strength. This seminar gives a good issue or complaint. Participants practice in these union educational opportunities. Labor history and the overview of membership rights, investigating and presenting a grievance We will continue to look for new power of worker solidarity is not taught contractual language, and our history. The to management with an emphasis on ways to engage, unite and educate in a traditional textbook, but from lessons goal is to help members understand that problem solving. our members so each member clearly in life handed down from one generation nothing in our union contract is a gift from Union Steward Coordinator Ed Lutgen understands the power they have when of union members to the next. the company. Every word, provision and and Chief of Staff Richard Jackson do a they stand together for a common cause. In October, our members have several benefit was gained because of the solidarity great job with these classes presenting Lessons from the past apply to the future, opportunities to expand their union of the members who came before us. We the information, leading discussion and the actions we take today will affect knowledge, which in turn increases our also point out that contract language is and answering questions. I hope more future generations of our members. collective power. our building block for a stronger future. stewards and members will sign up on First, we are holding a Membership Language is changed and improved our website (www.iam751.org) for these Solidarity Conference on Saturday, District Lodge 751, contract by contract so what we have classes going forward. October 13. This 4-hour conference International Assn. of today was not gained in a single contract In September, more than a dozen 751 will be packed with useful information negotiation. members took part in the first Race and Machinists and on a variety of subjects: The Power When members know their rights, Labor Summit hosted by the Washington Aerospace Workers of Solidarity with Concerted Activity; contractual language and understand our State Labor Council that emphasized there How the Membership Bill of Rights is history, we are all stronger. Respecting is no room for racism in unions. Participants Working; Understanding Your Rights Jon Holden our Union’s past; protecting our brainstormed ideas on how to keep this and the 7 Tests of Just Cause; Free Online President, Directing members’ future is more than a slogan. It topic visible and make others aware that Business Representative College for IAM members AND family is a guiding principle of our union. racism is just another way companies try to members and so much more. We continue to offer union classes to divide our collective power. Paul Schubert This Conference will also provide Vice President learn more about our union, our contract Since the beginning of the labor our members an opportunity to hear with Boeing and the labor movement in movement, corporations have done their from IAM International President Bob Susan Palmer general. We rotate between the various best to split up workers and play different Secretary-Treasurer Martinez and General Vice President of union halls so members throughout Puget groups against each other. Those groups can the Western Territory Gary Allen. Sound have a chance to attend at a hall be based on race, religion, language, age Rob Jones Those who attended last year’s that is convenient. or time with the company – but whatever Sergeant-at-Arms conference appreciated the useful Our next union class on grievances the companies use to divide workers, it is information presented and benefitted Steve Warren (Eastern WA) and representation will be on October 16 designed to prevent workers from standing from the knowledge they gained. Dan Swank Paul Veltkamp 751 Takes Part in Race and Labor Summit Dena Bartman IAM District 751 took part in the breakout groups to identify, discuss and if we allow companies to divide us, Greg Campos Washington State Labor Council’s first tackle stress points regarding race and which then impacts our position at the Garth Luark Race and Labor Summit Sept. 14-15 labor. bargaining table and ability to effectively in Seattle with more than 15 members It is important to bring these issues represent all members.” Richard McCabe attending. to the forefront so they can be addressed District 751 President Jon Holden Spencer Burris The WSLC worked with community and awareness increased. The groups had noted that our Employee Requested André Trahan partners, nationally acclaimed labor great discussions and brainstormed many Transfer (ERT) system at Boeing, Ira J. Carterman educator and writer Bill Fletcher, Jr. and ideas on how to raise awareness on this which was negotiated in the 1999 the Washington State Labor Education topic. contract, helped even the playing field Wilson ‘Fergie’ Ferguson and Research Center to develop this Race “It is important for District 751 for members to transfer to other jobs. Patrick Bertucci and Labor Summit. to be involved and to be a union that Before that language, it was basically Grace Holland The summit included presentations fights against racism,” said District 751 the FBI (friends, brothers and in-laws) Robley A. Evans and panels by labor leaders, as well as President Jon Holden. “We are weakened system and who you knew was more important than having the skills John Lopez Jr. or seniority to hold the job. Howard Carlson The summit concluded with Union Business Representatives the creation of a best practices toolkit that will be distributed Union Offices: to all affiliated unions across • 9125 15th Pl S, Seattle; 206-763-1300 Washington State. • 201 A St. SW, Auburn; 253-833-5590 • 233 Burnett N., Renton; 425-235-3777 • 8729 Airport Rd, Everett; 425-355-8821 • 4226 E. Mission, Spokane (509) 534-9690 or 1-800-763-1305 Toll-free to Seattle from: Nationwide 1-800-763-1301 Above: 751 Chief of Staff Richard Jackson, who chairs the 751 Hotline: 1-800-763-1310 Human Rights Committee, presented ideas from his breakout Web site: www.iam751.org group at the first Race and Labor Summit.

Right: District 751 President Jon Holden talked about how our ERT system at Boeing helped level the playing field for members. 751 Aero Mechanic Upcoming Opportunities for Union Classes Connie Kelliher, Editor Continued from Page 1 family members. Rules on overtime are 15th Pl. S.) – Wed., Oct. 24 at 11:00 am Member of The Newspaper Guild, “Empowered and informed members discussed and there is always interest in or 3:00 pm. Reserve your seat at SEA@ CWA #37082 past strikes, why we went out and what we iam751.org 206-763-1300 District 751 AERO MECHANIC ( ISSN 0894-7864, make for a strong union,” said District 751 USPS 008-660) is published Monthly except President Jon Holden. “There is no greater gained. Members receive email invitations Everett Union Hall (8729 Airport Bimonthly in December/January by Aerospace Industrial District Lodge 751, 9125 15th Pl. S., investment we can make as an organization to attend. Times and locations of the Road) – Thurs., Oct. 25 at 11:00 am or October Introductory seminars are: 3:00 pm. Reserve your seat at Evt@ SeattleWA 98108. $3.50 of the annual dues goes than to educate our members.” toward a one-year subscription to the Aero Me- The Introduction to Your Union Auburn Union Hall (201 A St SW) iam751.org 425-355-8821 chanic. $4 per year for non-members by District Tues., Oct. 23 at 11:00 am or 4:00 pm. Grievance & Representation Class: Lodge 751, International Association of Machinists seminar for newer members covers the and Aerospace Workers, AFL-CIO, 9125 15th Pl. rich educational benefits through our Reserve your seat at [email protected] Tues., Oct. 16 at the Auburn Union Hall. S., Seattle, WA 98108. Periodicals postage paid at Seattle, WA. POSTMASTER: Send address contract, how to transfer to other jobs and 253-833-5590 Two 3-hour sessions (10 a.m. & 3:30 p.m.) (Southpark - 9135 changes to District 751 Aero Mechanic, 9125 15th the free online college for members and Seattle Union Hall Pl. S., Seattle, WA 98108 October 2018 751 Aero Mechanic Page 3 New Discounted Medigap Guaranteed- 2019 Labor History Issue Supplemental Plans Available Calendar just $5 You can get your labor history all year On September 28, District 751 retirees from after retirement. In addition, there will also be long by purchasing a 2019 Labor History across Puget Sound gathered at the Everett, a group dental plan offered for retirees.” Calendar for just $5. Nearly every day of Seattle and Auburn union halls to receive “The fact that the coverage is guaranteed- this full-color calendar features photos of information about a new program aimed to help issue is important for our retirees,” Jon added. events from labor’s history. our Medicare eligible retirees. The program Just as valuable, EBS is offering our retirees The District 751 Labor History offers discounted group Medigap supplemental unique one-on-one counseling sessions during Committee has these calendars available plans for Medicare-eligible retirees, including the Medicare open enrollment period of for purchase at the Local Lodge meetings spouses and surviving spouses. This is October 15 to December 7. These sessions are and the Everett, Seattle, Renton and guaranteed-issue coverage with no health free of charge and offer a comprehensive review Auburn Union Halls. questions, which is a benefit for any retirees of a retiree’s current Medicare supplement, wanting to switch plans. In addition, new group medical expenses, as well as reviewing current dental options are also available for retirees. prescriptions and a plan-by-plan analysis to EBS coordinated a group plan for District District 751 President help retirees select the best Part D prescription 751 retirees that offers AARP Medigap Jon Holden announces coverage for the coming year based on their guaranteed-issue, discounted supplemental plans through United Health individual medications. Medigap plans for retirees. Care. These IAM District 751 group plans Throughout Medicare open enrollment, include guaranteed acceptance (no underwriting) nationwide EBS will have reps in the Puget Sound area to conduct these and discounted group rates. free one-on-one consultations to offer an assessment of the IAM District 751 President Jon Holden opened the meetings various plans. For those living outside the area, they can set up and noted, “Our retirees have been asking if the union has one-on-one counseling sessions over the phone. discounted Medicare supplements for many years. We are To schedule your one-on-one consultation, please call EBS proud to announce discounted Medigap, guaranteed-issue toll free at 1-833-469-0515. supplements to our retirees to help with their medical coverage Nothing Was a Gift: Solidarity Brings Worker Victories Nationwide The Evolution of By JON VOSS Basics. A simple, powerful, unifying Bereavement Leave Local 751-A Educator message will build an unstoppable This month we look at the evolution of bereavement This past year has earned a spot movement. Remember, shop floor leave in our contract with Boeing. in labor history, where strike actions participation is key. 1971 Contract - Introduced bereavement leave for have increased significantly – most Organize – We All Have a Role! employees on the active payroll within 7 days following notably by school teachers. From We must build lasting relationships death, funeral or service. Employees allowed three North Carolina and West Virginia to with our communities, and organize days off for death of spouse, mother, father, mother-in- Oklahoma, Arizona and right here in now to prepare for tomorrow’s battles. law, father-in-law, children, brother, sister, son-in-law, Seattle, teachers are standing up and So, stand up for your rights. daughter-in-law, grandparents, and grandchildren. demanding better. Organize within. Stand up for your 1974 Contract - Expanded family definition to Each success story varies, but they brother, your sister, the neighbor you Local A Educator Jon Voss include step mother, step father, step children, step all include community support, and disagree with, complete strangers. encourages members to organize their shop so we brother, step sister, half brother and half sister. internal organizing. Organize within. Keep those who wish are prepared for battles of 1980 Contract - Expanded family definition to What’s to Learn From This? to harm us, in fear and on their toes. the future. include spouse’s grandparents. Eliminated requirement First – Organize Now. How we Organize within. for employee to attend a funeral or service. represent, fight and stand 1986 Contract - Employees given option of selecting together when times are three consecutive days off within 14 days of death of a good will reflect on how family member. Exceptions to 14-day provision will be prepared we are when times made when death notification is received late. of crisis arise. 1989 Contract - Expanded for a stillborn child. Second – Know the 1992 Contract - Eligibility increased from 14 Enemy. We all know groups days to 20 days following a death. Expanded family and individuals like the definition to include great grandparents. Koch brothers, the Boeing 2008 Contract - Added bereavement leave for those Company, and politicians, on leave of absence for not longer than 90 calendar are all in it for the long game. days. Eligibility for leave increased to 30 calendar days We must be prepared to play 751 Legislative Director Larry Brown (far left) walks the picket line with following a death. both offense and defense. Tukwila teachers in early September. Solidarity and collective action Third – Back to the brought victories across the country to teachers. Solidarity with Boeing Charleston Flight Line Workers

Continued from Page 1 members are with them in their fight. Conference in September got an opportunity Prior to their unionization vote in May, to hear from two of the South Carolina Flight District 751 President Jon Holden, Chief Line workers who attended the conference. of Staff Richard Jackson and Grievance They reported their South Carolina co- Coordinator Dan Swank met with the South workers remain united and strong despite Carolina Flight Line workers to convey our Boeing’s continued attack on their rights. support. They added it was uplifting to know our

Above: Some of 751 delegates attending the IAM Aerospace Conference stand in solidarity with two Charleston Flight Line workers (kneeling front) who attended the conference. Boeing continues to refuse to recognize their union representation vote from May.

Left: Second shift Seattle Flight Line turned out for a group photo to show support for Charleston Flight Line workers as they raise their unity wristbands. Page 4 751 Aero Mechanic October 2018

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Steward and BRs Protect Members’ Privacy Information Continued from Page 1 Relations Rep, Garth called back, took the surprise, the manager replied she would Business Reps Howard Carlson manager’s name and said he would call take two hits on attendance since he and Garth Luark were quick to offer him immediately.” refused to remove her name from the assistance and make some phone calls to In the meantime, Howard had also made It’s My Right! Saturday list and threatened to issue an reign in the offending manager within 45 some calls that triggered Labor Relations unexcused overtime for Saturday and one minutes of receiving the call. contacting the manager. Needless to say for Friday as her job was not done. The issue arose when a new manager thanks to swift action by our union, our The member spoke to HR when the made an unusual request – asking the member was never again asked to give a CAM was issued to explain what happened entire crew for their driver’s licenses copy of their driver’s license. The manager to no avail. She asked Kristi for help with I know my rights, and I request my Union so he could make a copy. All members in question was moved to a different area Steward be present at this meeting! the matter. Business Rep Garth Luark complied except for one member who and shift within two weeks. agreed something was not right and advised questioned why they needed their license. “Within 45 minutes from initial Members carry an “It’s My Right” card Kristi to gather all the facts. Kristi followed The manager ignored the question. contact, I had two Business Reps working so they can hand it to management the Boeing process and filed a BCA Case After a few days, the manager again the issue. I was really impressed with how or HR if you are called into a meeting Inquiry Request. The inquiry revealed asked our member for a copy of her quickly both Business Reps responded to that may result in discipline. Cards the fact finder was under the impression driver’s license, but this time threatened the situation. It was a nice feeling to know are available at all Union halls. the member was designated for Saturday. our member with corrective action if she our union has our back,” said Kristi. efforts that removed an unjust attendance Kristi also showed the member had text didn’t have it by Friday. The member then “I appreciate how aggressively Kristi Corrective Action Memo (CAM) for a messages from the manager as proof of turned to Steward Kristi Kidrick for help. pursues issues – even some that are non- member. The manager accused one of our her conversation that it was not designated Kristi immediately began contractual. While most run from a fire, members of a two in 60 violation (two overtime. Kristi emphasized to the fact investigating the situation and learned Kristi sees a fire and runs toward it to help,” unexcused absences in a 60-day period). finder that our member was never asked her the manager was an ex-police officer. said Garth. “All members should be aware However, the company’s fact finding side of the story during the investigation. Our member believed the manager might there is no reason for any manager to ask for team did not have the correct information After a few days, Kristi received an be performing background checks on the a member’s driver’s license since HR would or our member’s side of the story. email from Labor Relations that the CAM crew to harass or single out any person already have background information.” The member had volunteered for was not valid and would be removed. who had something in their background. This is another example of how our Saturday only overtime. The same This illustrates the value of involving “I decided to raise a red flag on this Union protected members’ rights, even manager told all employees in the meeting a Union Steward to ensure your side one. I called my Business Rep Garth, though it wasn’t directly a contractual there was going to be no designation of of the story is heard and all facts are who was not available at that moment and issue. If you believe something isn’t overtime for the day. A few hours later investigated. The BCA Case Inquiry talked to Business Rep Howard Carlson. right or a request seems odd, talk to your our member started feeling ill, but stayed Request is a good tool for Stewards and Howard thought it was odd and unethical Steward who will then investigate and as long as possible to help the team and members to use to ensure the fact finders and suggested I call the Labor Relations involve a Business Rep if it is something used sick leave to cover the rest of her have all the information and ensure they rep for the area and let them know about they cannot resolve. Friday shift (about 30 minutes). She also have a correct interpretation. Again, this this situation,” said Kristi. “While I Steward Prevents Unjust CAM asked her manager to remove her name is a good example of the value our union was trying to connect with the Labor Garth also thanked Kristi for her from the weekend overtime list. To her brings for members every day. 2019 IAM Scholarship Accepting Applications Obtain an IAM Scholarship application and guidelines online by visiting www.goiam.org The IAM Scholarship Competition is maximum of four years, whichever years of continuous good- & search 2019 IAM Scholarship or call open each year to members of the IAM occurs first. standing membership and their children throughout the United Vocational/Technical School: up to and including the 301-967-4708 to request an application States and Canada. $2,000 per year until certification closing date of Feb. 22, after the son or daughter entered high Awards to members are $2,000 per is reached for a maximum of two 2019. school, if the parent had two years of academic year. 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College: $1,000 per academic year. adopted child of an IAM member. or vocational/technical program on a full- NOTE: Completed Application Packets All awards are renewable each year, until Child of a Member Applicant-- time basis, maintaining qualifying grades; must be postmarked no later than Feb. a bachelor’s degree is obtained or for a • Must have one living parent with two • Will be eligible if the parent died 22, 2019. October 2018 751 Aero Mechanic Page 5 Labor Day Protesters Message: Union Officers One Job Should Be Enough! Elected by

21 arrested as campaign and supporters getting arrested. IAM work of thousands of UNITE HERE Acclimation for fair contract escalates at Legislative Director Larry Brown was members across the country. Today, Nominations for Local Lodge among those arrested for helping to we said ‘Enough!’ to jobs that produce Seattle Westin hotel Officers in Locals 1123, 751-E and promote the cause. The 21 were arrested billions in revenues for Marriott but don’t 751-F resulted in no opposition at Reprinted from UNITE HERE Local 8 for occupying 5th Avenue between provide workers the ability to support September meetings. Those nominated Labor Day 2018 was a day of action Stewart and Virginia streets during peak themselves and their families.” were elected by acclimation for a three- in Seattle as hundreds of union activists traffic. Meanwhile hundreds of workers “I have worked at the Westin Seattle year term beginning January 2019; joined UNITE HERE Local 8 members and supporters chanted and picketed on as a housekeeper for four years and I therefore, no elections are necessary in (the restaurant and hotel workers union) the sidewalk in front of the hotel. still don’t have a regular schedule or October. outside the Westin Hotel promoting the The escalation of protests outside the hours” said Anelita Vergara. “Because Local 86 in Spokane had multiple message: One Job Should Be Enough. Westin mark a line in the sand for Marriott of Marriott programs like ‘Make a nominations for several positions and For many hotel workers, wages and (parent company of Westin) as Marriott Green Choice’, there are fewer hours for will hold an election on Thursday, benefits are so low they are working two employees in Seattle and half a dozen housekeepers and I never know if I will October 11 from noon to 7 p.m. at the and sometimes three jobs to survive. more North American cities continue to be able to work enough to support my Spokane Union Hall (4226 E. Mission The protest was to raise awareness work without contracts, and appear far family. We’re going to keep fighting until Ave). on their contract plight with the Westin from reaching an agreement on key issues one job is enough for Marriott workers.” Below are the officers elected Hotel. This rally marked the largest including economics, job security, and The Labor Day action is the latest by acclimation at their respective action to date at the Westin since the workplace safety in contract negotiations. in a long series of local and national nomination meetings for Locals 1123, union contract covering 400 workers “Marriott is the largest and richest escalations between UNITE HERE hotel 751-E and 751-F: expired on May 31. hotel company in the world,” said Local workers and Marriott, who have now Local 1123 Officers: The rally also provided an opportunity 8 President Erik Van Rossum, who was had their contracts expire in many cities President: Wallace Pleasants to stage civil disobedience resulting arrested in the civil disobedience action. across the country without being able Vice President: Keith Faul in 21 UNITE HERE Local 8 members “Their success is the result of the hard to reach an agreement in the ongoing Secretary-Treasurer: Kenneth J. negotiations. Levi Mitchell Along with the demonstrations in Recording Secretary: Roy A. Seattle, thousands more Marriott workers Bergsholm across the country mobilized on Labor Conductor-Sentinel: Glen E. Day in San Francisco, Boston, Honolulu, Bennehoff Detroit, San Jose, and San Diego and also Trustees (3): Monte Brady Jr., targeted Marriott with major actions, with Paul Furman, Tony Powell more than 100 arrested in the protests Local Audit (3): Ty Murray, Dan nationally. Camp, Jeffrey Semanko

Local 751-E Officers: President: Guerdon Ellis Vice President: Bruce McFarland Recording Secretary: Roy Wilkinson Secretary-Treasurer: C. Lee Verfaillie Conductor/Sentinel: Linda Ramos Trustees (3): Hainz Perry, Chris As hundreds of workers and supporters chanted and Olafson, Von Kammeraad picketed in front of the Westin Seattle, 21 UNITE HERE Local Audit (3): Ross Veenker, Local 8 members and supporters staged civil disobedience Somnang Same action by occupying 5th Avenue in front of the hotel. Local 751-F Officers: President: Shane Van Pelt Vice President: Charles Cesmat Recording Secretary: Jeremy Coty IAM District 751 Legislative Director Larry Brown Secretary-Treasurer: Dorothy was among the 21 arrested for taking part in the civil Lambert disobedience to raise awareness on their plight that One Conductor-Sentinel: Dominic Patton Job Should Be Enough! Trustees (3): Shannon Pruitt, Travis Kendrick, David Byrant Local C Golf Tournament Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018 Local Audit (3): Tom Keller, Golfers save the date of Saturday, River Rd SE, Auburn) with a 4-man prizes for closest to pin and longest Katie Eagleson, Carolyn Romeo October 6 for the annual Local C Golf scramble format and shotgun start drive. Entry forms are available at all Tournament to benefit the Machinists at 1:30 p.m. Cost is $100 per player, union halls or on the website (www. Non-Partisan Political League (MNPL) which includes 18 holes of golf, cart iam751.org). If you have questions, call at Auburn Golf Course (29630 Green and barbecue lunch with a raffle and Chris Schorr at 253-797-2288. Save the Date 10/8 - 10/26/18: Machinists Custom Choices Open Enrollment for Supplemental Coverage It’s that time of year again! Mark your Below is more information about for treatment or even to supplement your calendars. Our 2018 Custom Choices the benefits and protect your health income while you recover. Benefits Open Enrollment will be and your wealth. Strike Waiver of Premium - Each 10/8/18 – 10/26/18. That’s just three • Short Term Disability (STD) policy includes a Strike Waiver of short weeks for you to take advantage of and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Premium provision, so you don’t have to our specially chosen voluntary benefits insurance worry about your policy lapsing during a for 751 Machinists. An accident or illness that prevents expenses/bills. strike of 30 days to 6 months. New this year – enroll online or you from working or an unexpected death • Critical Illness with Cancer Ready to learn more about the by phone! It’s your choice, you may can really impact your budget. If you are Insurance Machinists Custom Choices benefits? enroll online 24/7 beginning 10/8. If sick or hurt and unable to work, STD No one likes to think about a serious Open now – No need to wait, you may you need a little help deciding or have pays you benefits to replace a portion of illness diagnosis. Unfortunately, even schedule your phone appointment with questions, consider enrolling by phone your income. Supplement your Boeing the best medical plans don’t cover a Benefit Coach for our October 8 -26 with a licensed, professional Benefit STD plan and purchase up to 60% of every expense. Critical Illness insurance enrollment by calling 1-866-264-3691 (M- Coach. And, you can even pre-schedule your income! LTD picks up where STD pays cash benefits directly to you or F, 6 am – 3pm PT). Then, the Benefit Coach a phone enrollment appointment leaves off, providing benefits for a longer your covered dependents in addition will call you to review the Custom Choices right now – Just call 1-866-264-3691 period. to what your medical insurance pays. benefits and enroll/waive coverage. (Mon-Fri, 6 am – 3 pm PT) to schedule • Whole Life and Term Life insurance You decide how to use the money – Coming soon – Enroll in a secure online an appointment between 10/8-26. The Provides benefits for loved ones after for medical expenses like deductibles, portal 24/7. We’ll provide the website Benefit Coach will then call you on the an unexpected death, to help with funeral copays and coinsurance or even non- address and login instructions soon. date/time of your appointment. expenses, mortgage/rent, and ongoing medical expenses like childcare, travel Page 6 751 Aero Mechanic October 2018

Service to the Community 751 Volunteers Build Better Communities 751 volunteers were out in the community throughout the month of September helping on various community service projects. Just a few of the activities 751 helped with in September included preparing and serving meals at area missions, taking part in the annual ALS walk, cleaning up our stretch of the road in Auburn, and volunteering for the King County United Way Day of Caring projects. Volunteers also built a long wheelchair ramp for an Auburn resident who is a retired Boeing employee and grandparent of a member. In addition, 751 delivered school supplies our members donated to Concord International Elementary School in Seattle (near the Seattle Hall). Teachers from the school were excited to have support from the surrounding community to ensure their students have proper supplies. The drive was sponsored by the 751 Human Rights Committee. If you would like to get on the email list for community activities, please email [email protected] or check the website at iam751.org. Volunteers stand with the resident on the long ramp built in Auburn over Labor Day weekend.

Right: Ryan Maples and Ed Lutgen build the frame for the ramp.

Above: Hunter Griffin helps install the Above: Business Rep Robley Evans rail. (far right) helps load school supplies Right: Princie our members donated for Concord Stewart helps International School, which is near with the the Seattle Union Hall. handrail.

L to R: Matt Hardy, George Braun and Rob Curran Photo Left: prepare breakfast at the 751 members mission in Tacoma. turned out to support 751 retiree Mike Olebar at the annual ALS walk on Saturday, Sept. 8.

Helping with Auburn Adopt-a-Road Carter Wolbaum prepares Jason Chan, Hazel Powers, Tim bacon he donated at the Rochfort, Tim O’Hara and Princie Gospel Mission in Everett. Stewart. Join Team 751 Oct. 20 to Fight Breast Cancer One in eight women will be diagnosed sleeve black t-shirts (see below) at the Seattle with breast cancer during their lifetime. Hall and union meetings for $20 with proceeds Chances are breast cancer will affect you going to the American Cancer Society. or someone you know! That is why the 751 Team 751 has a sponsor page if you would Women’s Committee is participating in the like to make a donation. Donation Instructions: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event 1) Google search: Making Strides Against on Saturday, Oct. 20th at Gas Works Park in Breast Cancer Seattle Seattle (2101 N. Northlake Way, Seattle). All 2) At top left click on donate In 2017, Paul Richards, Rich McCabe, Roy Wilkinson, Jason Chan and members, their family and friends, are invited 3) Next to Search, type Team 751 Paul Schubert help unload candy Paul Richards collected from his shop. to join in the fun and walk with us. 4) Click on donation amount and Company Registration begins at 8 a.m.; the walk will match option as well Machinists to Make Halloween start at 9 a.m. Team 751 will meet for a group 5) Enter credit card or pay pal info photo at 8:30 a.m. near the registration tent. 6) Look for your tax deductible receipt Sweeter in White Center Team 751 is also selling limited edition long- 7) Pat yourself on the back for giving District 751 is once again unopened, individually wrapped teaming up with the Salvation Army candy can be dropped off at any to make Halloween sweeter for the IAM 751 union hall in Puget Sound children of White Center. Union through Friday, Oct. 26. members are collecting candy Last year, union members for the Salvation Army’s annual collected hundreds of pounds of Halloween party in White Center, candy, which provided plenty of which provides a safe alternative treats for the Halloween party with to trick-or-treating for children enough left over to cover their in that community. Donations of Christmas party too. Front of 1st t-shirt Back of both t-shirts Front of 2nd t-shirt October 2018 751 Aero Mechanic Page 7 Wild Waves: Solidarity and Fun in the Sun IAM District 751 members and their families enjoyed a day of fun in the sun, along with solidarity with other union members on Sunday, Sept. 9. Machinists District 751 rented the park for a private event where members purchased discounted tickets that included free parking. All had a day of fun with shorter than usual ride lines and a last day of summer sunshine to boot!

All smiles on the multi-person tubes on the water slides.

Enjoying the big water guns.

The kids water area brought fun in the sun. The boat ride was a hit with little ones. The Scrambler brought smiles.

Priceless expression on a water slide. The swinging boat brought Kids liked driving the fire engine. thrills.

The Kangaroo Ride and wooden roller coaster were among the rides enjoyed by all ages.

The lazy floating river was popular. Union Programs Help Members Become Home Owners Unique union programs can help all members and their family members with purchasing a home in this tight real estate market. These programs can help you qualify so you are gaining equity; not simply paying rent. Contrary to what many members assume, you don’t have to wait until you are at your maximum pay rate to buy a home. With rent in our region skyrocketing, others should consider calling Union Home Services (UHS) 877- 779-0197 to start earning equity for their future. UHS 1-877-779-0197 provides two beneficial services: (1) realtors to help buy and sell your home and (2) financial services to fund your real estate purchase. Both services offer rebates/ discounts for our members. Daphne Becker, a member of OPEIU#8 who works at District 751, wanted to share her positive experience with Union Home Services for members thinking about buying a home. With the help of these unique union programs, her son was able to establish credit, save money and qualify to buy a house in just 8 months. “Calling Union Home Services was the best call I ever made,” said Daphne. “They not only helped my son, Austin, secure a loan and find the perfect house, but prior to that gave advice to establish credit and clear up bills Union Home Services was invaluable to Austin Becker and Angel Bryan in purchasing their first home. that were outstanding to ensure my son could purchase Using their services, they not only were able to clear up credit issues, but received a $950 rebate check and a house. Initially he didn’t qualify, but following their $500 VISA gift card. (Currently, rather than a VISA gift card, UHS now offers a no cost home loan which advice he changed that in a matter of months.” pays the underwriting fee, appraisal fee, processing fee, and credit report - saving our members much more). “Jeff, the loan originator, took the time to understand banks the money he had saved paycheck to paycheck fee, appraisal fee, processing fee, credit report. Austin’s unique situation and helped set in motion the for a down payment and closing costs. Once he resolved • A payment assurance benefit which helps members steps to achieve their goal of home ownership,” said those issues, he had an approval letter for financing and who become involuntarily unemployed to make their Daphne. “If you have fair or poor credit, this compounds started looking for homes. mortgage payment for up to six months. Limited to an already stressful situation. Union Home Services can The Union Home Services realtor was eager to help. $1,500 per month for the first 24 months from closing. help you work through issues and take the stress out of In just one day, Austin found the home he wanted for Austin received a UHS rebate check for more than buying a house.” his family, made an offer, closed the deal and moved $950 (the 20 percent cash back deal offered to union Austin learned important lessons throughout the in within four weeks. Not only was the experience members), as well as a $500 VISA gift card, which he process others should know. He had saved money at absolutely amazing and stress free, but Union Home used to help with purchases for his new home. NOTE: home to use as a down payment. However, he quickly Services also provide significant benefits to the buyer/ Instead of a $500 VISA gift card, UHS now offers a no learned if there isn’t a paper trail through banks showing seller, such as: cost loan that covers the underwriting fee, appraisal fee, where the money came from, it can’t be used for a down • Cash back rebate equal to 20 percent of your Union processing fee and credit report (worth more than $500). payment on a house. Home Services Realtor’s commission that is often worth Your Union, it’s not just for work anymore; it’s also Austin had no credit, which is pretty rare, so he thousands of dollars. for home and family! Call 1-877-779-0197 to get started had to work to establish credit and document through • No cost home loans which pays the underwriting on your dream of home ownership. Page 8 751 Aero Mechanic October 2018 Puppy Putt Brings Green for Guide Dogs On September 8, motorcycles roared to Pacific Motorsports in Kent for the annual Puppy Putt Motorcycle ride to raise money for Guide Dogs of America. The threat of rain didn’t dampen the spirits of riders who came from throughout Puget Sound. This year’s event featured a motorcycle show with winners determined in four categories by those attending. 751-C Retiree Tom O’Brien won the Harley XL1200C raffle (3rd from right) Brent Scott (2nd from right) won Best Best in Show: Wayne Fastrup - and was at the event. Above L to R congratulating Tom on the win: Robley Evans, Susan Palmer, Jon Holden, Tracey O’Brien and Terri Myette. Custom with his XL1200X. Presenting the 2014 Indian Vintage trophy was Susan Palmer, Jon Holden and Best Touring Bike - John Kussy Terri Myette. - 2016 Electra Glide Best Metric - Camille Laabs - 2004 Hyabusa Left: People look over the lineup of bikes to vote for their favorites. Best Custom - Brent Scott – Harley XL1200X The event culminated with the raffle of a new XL1200C Below: Wayne Fastrup holds up his Best in Harley Davidson, which was won by retiree Tom O’Brien, Show trophy for his 2014 Indian Vintage. who has been a long supporter of the Puppy Putt and was Presenting the award Terri Myette, Susan Palmer and Jon Holden. attending the event. Steward Rob Eagleson won the 50/50 drawing and donated his winnings back to Guide Dogs. The event raised $7,100 for this very worthwhile charity. Thanks to Robley Evans who chaired the event and his committee that worked all year to ensure it was a success. Thanks to our sponsors: • Jon Holden Pacific • Susan Palmer • Larry Brown • Greg Campos • 751-A, 751-C, • Ira Carterman 751-E, 751-F • Jason Chan • District 751 • Mark Clark • Jesse Cote • Kevin Cummings Susan • Robley Evans Palmer • Richard Jackson and Jon • Connie Kelliher Master Nails Holden • Lester Mullen Kent, WA congrat- • Terri Myette ulate • Sarzynski girls Camille Redondo Square - Des Moines, WA John Kussy stands proudly with his Best • Jackie Boschok, President Laabs on Touring trophy for his 2016 Electra 751 Retirement Club winning Glide and is congratulated by Susan • Wilson ‘Fergie’ Ferguson best Palmer and Jon Holden. Sweet P Insurance metric. Driving for Guide Dogs On Sept. 8, IAM 751 members drove honors went to the Bad Axes team (Sean in the money for Guide Dogs of America Lambert and Anthony Atlas) who raised with the sixth annual Local F Karting an impressive $601 and finished second Challenge at PGP Motorsports Park. The in a very tight race. event and sponsors delivered more than Team Lem finished first in the race for $6,200 for Guide Dogs with more money the second year in a row coached by Lem still being contributed as the paper went Charleston with drivers Ken “Speed” to print. McMahan, Russ Wise and Austin Wise. Starting positions were determined by Thanks to the volunteers, sponsors and the money raised for Guide Dogs. For folks at PGP Motorsports. Everyone had fun the second straight year, top fundraising while raising money for a worthwhile cause. Congratulating Team Lem which finished first in the karting challenge race for a second year in a row was Charles Cesmat & Jeremy Coty (far left) and Jon Holden and Terri Myette (far right). Team Lem members top row: Ken “Speed” McMahon, Austin Wise and Nigel Charleston. Front: Russ Wise, Lem Charleston, Noah Charleston, Maureen Charleston, and Kim Wise. Photo left: Finishing first in fundraising for the second year in a row and second in the race The Bad Axes team of Sean Lambert and Anthony Atlas (holding trophies). Congratulating the team was (far left) Jeremy Coty, Charles Cesmat, and (far right) Jon Holden and Terri Myette. Thanks to the following sponsors: Rewards Dental Ira Carterman Jeremy Coty Bill Langlois Spencer Thal Jon Holden Charles Cesmat Kevin Cummings Garth Luark Paul Veltkamp Susan Palmer Jason Chan Andrew Dennis Terri Myette Denise Strike/ Dena Bartman Mitchell Christian Robley Evans Shannon Pruitt Grace Holland Larry Brown Mark & Peggy Clark Christine Fullerton Eric Reyes Greg Campos Jesse Cote Richard Jackson Trevor Riddle Howard Carlson Brett Coty Connie Kelliher Princie Stewart

Above: The “We Tried” team consisted of the Van Pelt family: Jonathan, Christina, Shane, and Shane Jr.

Above: Racers jockey for position in the first turn of the race.

Left: Racers coming down the straight away on the 1.5 mile track. October 2018 751 Aero Mechanic Page 9

Retirement News 751 Retirement Club Business Meeting Minutes from September The meeting was called to order on The staffing shortage at Social like to attend and serve Sept. 10 by President Jackie Boschok. Security offices continues. The House as a delegate. She led the club in the flag salute and of Representatives Republican majority Lastly, the Executive God Bless America and T.J. Seibert led proposes to cut the staff budget by Board recommends the Lord’s Prayer. another 2.5 percent, which will make it purchasing up to six Roll Call: All officers were present even more difficult to meet senior needs. tickets at a cost of or excused. The Washington State Alliance for $1,200 for our delegates Minutes: The July meeting minutes Retired Americans Senior Champion who choose to stay in were approved. Awards Luncheon and Legislative Las Vegas and attend the Financial Report: Tom Lux gave the Conference will be held October 4 from Guide Dogs of America report. The Financial Report was M/S/P. noon to 4 p.m. at the Laborers Local 242, Charity Banquet that Executive Board Report: President 22323 Pacific Hwy South, Des Moines, follows the ARA Boschok reported originally it was decided WA. The featured speaker will be Mike meeting. Motion was L to R: Larry Wade, Ruth Render and Vennie Murphy there would be no refunds for the Diablo Kreidler, State Insurance Commissioner. M/S/P. celebrated birthdays in September. Lake boat trip. However, one person who Tickets are $50 or $400 for a table of Carl said last month what younger people are charged for paid for the tour was unable to go and the eight. The Executive Board recommends the Secretary of Health and Human Services coverage. It is clear the ACA has done Executive Board recommends refunding the purchasing a table for eight. M/S/P. was reported as claiming, in remarks to the much to expand access to coverage and $40 ticket cost to that one person. M/S/P President Boschok asked that members American Legislative Exchange Council statements to the contrary are unfortunate Legislative Report: Carl Schwartz let her know if they would like to attend. that the Affordable Care Act has caused 28 and only serve to erode public confidence reported that the estimated Social Security The Washington State Senior Citizens million Americans to be uninsured. In light in the ACA Marketplace. The Center for cost of living adjustment for 2019 should Foundation will hold their 2018 Fall of this statement, the Center for Medicare Medicare Advocacy Alert continues to call be about 2.9%. The final figure will be Conference Thursday, October 11 at Advocacy Alert highlighted the many ways on the Administration to end the attacks announced in October. Also, the share for the Hotel Murano in Tacoma with a the ACA has actually expanded critical on health care and work to strengthen the Medicare may not change, so that will $60 registration fee. There will be a health services and actually increased Affordable Care Act. mean an additional small increase. reception the night before. The Executive access to health care for 20 million people, Carl sent Senator Maria Cantwell the Board recommends sending at least one expanded Medicaid access to non-elderly Resolution to Protect Existing Benefits for RETIRED CLUB OFFICERS delegate from our club. M/S/P. adults, prohibited insurers from putting Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid that President Jackie Boschok 206-890-1009 Vice President Helen Lowe 206-523-9526 The Alliance for Retired Americans annual or lifetime limits on benefits for the Retirement Club approved previously. Secretary (vacant) National Membership Meeting will take necessary health care, prohibited insurers Senator Cantwell sent a nice reply. Treasurer Tom Lux 206-551-1371 place in Las Vegas, November 13-15. The from charging more or denying coverage Health and Benefits: Trustee Mike Srgnt-at-Arms Vennie Murphy 253-985-0951 Executive Board recommends requesting when a person has a pre-existing condition. Keller read the deceased list: Local A: Trustees: Michael Keller 206-723-4973 the District send three delegates and It also ensured women are no longer forced Wendell Adams, Cleve Bohna, William Jim Hutchins 206-369-2309 spending up to $2,400 to send two to pay higher insurance rates because of Brehmer, Beverley David, Jrome Davis, T.J. Seibert 206-909-4870 delegates to the convention. M/S/P. their gender and ensured older consumers Dennis Donovan, Kenneth Evenson, Jr. Union Office: (1-800-763-1301) or 206-763-1300 Contact President Boschok if you would can’t be charged more than three times Continued on Page 11 Retirees Congratulations to the following who retired from the union: Steven Allen Alan Jette Jerry Amrine Linda Johnson Richard Anderson Rickard Johnson Lawrence Baker William Kendrick Warren Baker Cynthia Kling Robert Brittingham Laurine Kosa Joseph Cerne Michael Lucas Manuel Cervantes Ronald McGrady Vasiliy Cheban Scott McMahill Debbie Coburn Patrick McPurdy Bradley Collecchi Mary Murdzia Above 751 retirees and their guests Arlie Cooper James Miller who went on the Diablo Lake tour Suk Cordova Michael Mitchell on Aug. 23. Vans transported retirees Floyd Crow Jerry O’Donnell to the lake via the North Cascades Donald Cunningham Carl Posey Highway as a leisurely, scenic drive. John Dauz Kevin Powers Paula Davis Rick Presley Left: A tour guide explains how the David Depuy Armando Punzalan dam was built and answers questions James Doyle David Rintala on the region and power plant. Lise Eddy Douglas Robbins Richard Faunt Donald Roy Gordon Forsberg David Schramm Fraser Ford Randy Shipley Retirees Enjoy Day Trip to Diablo Lake Tour Michael Freeman Dan Simonson On Aug. 23, retirees and their guests left the Seattle “It was a fun trip that everyone enjoyed,” said retiree Julie Giles James Smart Union hall at 7 a.m. for a day trip to Diablo Lake. Retirees Lee Gotti. “I enjoyed the tour of the dam and the fact that William Goff Judy Smith took a cruise on glacier-fed Diablo Lake while learning we got to ask a lot of questions. We walked through the Jimmy Goodridge Audrie Spencer Gregory Goss Phang Suon about the surrounding wildlife habitat and enjoying views power units and generators of the dam and learned a lot.” James Grover Scott Vandervlugt of snow-clad mountain peaks, islands and waterfalls. The The Retirement Club is looking into other day trips that Thomas Gunther Carey Welch group was also given a tour of the base of Ross Dam and might be of interest to retirees and their guests. Jerry Hallowell James Williams learned the area’s history. Janna Israel James Wilson Ricky Jablinske Perry Wilson Larry Jackson Mark Zimmerman Retirees Learn More About Medicare Plans David Jensen On Sept. 24, Catherine McGuire Medigap plans are supplements to taking medications regularly? Would from Statewide Health Insurance Benefit original Medicare and offer identical you change pharmacies to save money? 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Inform- ______ation taken Phone (or Address) ______from the The following information must be filled in for your ad to appear: PNLHA Labor Name ______BEMS ID ______History Calendar Address ______Shop Number ______Mail Coupon to AERO MECHANIC NEWSPAPER, 9125 15th Pl. S., Seattle, 98108 Deadline is October 15th! October 2018 751 Aero Mechanic Page 11 FINANCIAL $ENSE: Setting Personal and Family Wealth Goals There’s a Finnish quote, “Happiness and find someone to help you. Smart planning starts with a simple inheritance from your parents, who may is the place between too little and too Setting goals is critical to your financial principle: Pay yourself first. incur unexpected medical bills or give much.” In our culture that’s so driven by well being, and it starts with introspection Save systematically to take advantage their money to someone else. having more, no matter what we already and questions. For example, would you of the potential for compound growth. 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All rights reserved. 0717-05077 retirement will span decades — and that value of your investments? key thought should be near the forefront • Third, how much ready cash do you of your planning efforts. need to meet unexpected emergencies or Start by planning your journey. expenses? Everyone should avoid the temptation to Once you’ve answered those questions, plow ahead with no plan, possibly because you and your financial advisor can begin they think they don’t earn enough to save to weigh the three primary investment or because poor decisions have left their goals – growth, income, and stability or finances in such turmoil that they don’t want protection of principal – to determine others, including family members, to know. how to select specific investments that are You should never be embarrassed about appropriate for your investment plan. what you make or the situation you are in. Move saving up your priority list. It might surprise people to know how many Typically when we budget, we budget others are in situations similar to theirs. all of the required obligations that we have The worst thing you can do is nothing. — mortgages, car loans, utilities — and Seeking help from a trusted financial then we budget our discretionary spending. advisor can help build your confidence, And whatever is left over, if anything, and most important, show you that you’re is what we save. Re-order your list (and not alone on your financial journey. priorities): Pay required household bills Set goals, ask the right questions, and then budget your savings, moving nonessentials to the bottom of the list. 751 Retirement Club Meeting Minutes Continued from Page 9 important development in our fight to Maudie Gallion (aka Argo), Dale Hebert, expand Social Security. She said U.S. Rep. Waneta Huckaby, Elwin Jaquith, Michael Adam Smith has stated he plans to join on Kuss, Ruth Lee, June McClure, Victor Mills, the first day. This new caucus could be Sr. Isaac Motola, Gaylord Oak, Gary Parke, very helpful and we should encourage our Jordan Ordonia, William Rubel. other representatives to sign on as well. Local C: Clair Boussum, Robert President’s Report: President Crooker, Mark Davis, Thomas DeCook, Boschok thanked everyone who helped Edward Donohue, Jerry Emmons, set up and clean up at the retiree club Carlton Hickey, Roger Jundt, Prasit potluck last month. Kambhiranond, David Kurz, Thomas President Boschok reported the Lindberg, Ralph Lucier, Raymond Miller, weather was good for the Diablo Lake Ronald Nevills, Itsuo Nishikawa, Gordon boat tour. She spoke with several retirees Proctor, Clarence Sherlock, Orville that day who don’t regularly come to the Simpson, Delbert Stevens, Rose White. meetings or activities and found that there Local E: Fernand Breault, Rodger was an interest in meeting occasionally Coulter, Ray Vessey. for potlucks at the Everett and Auburn Local F: Ronald Bailey, David Bennett, union halls. Jackie said she will look into Alice Bott, Tan Ho, George Jellick, Frank the possibility of doing this. Keblas, Vernon Koval, Robin Miller, At the Monday, September 24th Harold Munson, James Nesler, Regina Retirement Club meeting Catherine Patzer, William Sellers, Betty Simonson, McGuire, a Statewide Health Insurance Robert Steiner, G.J. Westmoreland, James Benefit Advisor (SHIBA), will talk about Whitlock. A moment of silence was Medicare open enrollment and answer observed. Sympathy cards were sent to questions. Then on Friday, September the next of kin. 28th there will be educational meetings Good & Welfare: Jim Hutchins said about new group Medicare and dental the last couple of wheelchair ramps built options as follows: Everett Hall at 9 a.m., by MVP volunteers were for the parents of Seattle Hall at noon and Auburn hall at our own members. The parents were living 3 p.m. Details are in the retirement news in RV’s on their adult children’s property. section of the September Aero Mechanic. This is an example of what can happen Later one-on-one counseling sessions when we don’t have enough funds after will be made available to discuss options. retiring and need to rely on our children. New & Unfinished Business: none President Boschok said today’s September Birthdays & Monday Alert mentions a Rally to Expand Anniversaries: Ruth Render, Larry Social Security sponsored by the ARA in Wade and Vennie Murphy celebrated WA DC on September 13. Senator Bernie their birthdays. The club sang happy Sanders and Representative John Larson birthday to them. will be making an exciting announcement The Fred Meyer gift card was won by about a new Congressional “Expand Joe Pinczes. Social Security Caucus.” This will be an Meeting adjourned at noon. Page 12 751 Aero Mechanic October 2018

Eastern Washington Trap Shoot Delivers $11,210 for Guide Dogs Participants in the sixth annual Eastern Washington trap shoot took their best shot on Saturday, August 25 to benefit Guide Dogs of America. The event brought in more than $11,210 for the very worthwhile charity. The event was held at the Spokane Gun Club where teams of five competed for trophies and other prices. Over 90 shooters took part in the 2018 event. However, the real focus was raising money for Guide Dogs of America. Trophies were given to the top three teams (see photos). This year’s trap shoot attracted 90 shooters at the Spokane Gun Club on August 25. Participants were treated to a wonderful lunch and had a chance to win many raffle prizes. Lance Skelton won the Louisiana BBQ, Cory White won the pontoon boat, and Justen Kinnison won a shotgun. Thanks to all the volunteers and sponsors who helped ensure the event was a success. Special thanks to planning committee members Allen Eveland, Ida Auckerman and Jerry Purser. 1st place team L to R: Damen Sager, Joe Mauro, Tom Dornquast, Larry 2nd place Ziegler and Jeff Thomas. L to R: Eric Olsen, John McCellan, Dan Mahaffey, Ron Krien, Paul Petretee.

Third place team L to R: Dan Broeckel, Mike Koppel, Diane Koppel, Don McDowell, Coop Kennett. Thanks to Our Sponsors Cabela’s IAM Local 86 Susan Palmer White Elephant IAM Local 1123 Jason Chan Steve Warren IAM Local 1951 Jim Henle Chris Powers UFCW Local 1439 John Cushman Jon Holden IAM Dist. 751 Mike Keoppel Gary Allen IAM Grand Lodge Connie Kelliher/ EB Mgmt Company IAM 751-C Ed Lutgen Scott Wealth Mgmt Group Employee Benefits Systems Spokane Co. Hgwy Dept - AFSCME Local 1135 Trap shoot participants were treated to a delicious barbecue lunch afterwards. Maria’s Hawaiian Snow & Huckleberry Scoops Members at Kenworth Identify Top Issues for Upcoming Bargaining Monday, Sept. 17, Machinists Union members increase, 401k savings plan and revising the current working at Kenworth Sales gathered at the Spokane laptop policy. The input from members will help finalize Union Hall for two meetings in preparation for their the union’s proposal that will be presented in formal upcoming negotiations. The 23 Machinists Union negotiations on November 13. members service diesel trucks for the dealership. Members at Kenworth are regularly wearing union The members have been gearing up for several solidarity t-shirts to show management they are united months prior to formal contract talks that will start the and determined in their efforts to obtain a fair contract. end of September. “The work our members do is essential to Members received copies of their current contract Kenworth’s success in Spokane, and they deserve Members John King, Todd Demery, and Dan at the Sept. 17 meetings to make it easier to highlight a contract that reflects their contributions, Carroll voted on their contract on Aug. 29. areas of importance or concern to be addressed in the said Business Rep Steve Warren, who will lead the talks upcoming contract negotiations. The meetings promoted for the union committee. “It is critical to have the input open dialogue and sharing of concerns and issues. and support of each member throughout this process. Contract Approved Membership survey results were presented and discussed These members are committed and united in their efforts to help determine priorities for the upcoming negotiation to obtain a fair contract.” at Fairchild AFB bargaining IAM members at Fairchild Air Force Base in sessions. Spokane working on the C-26 platform for AECOM/ Top issues URS voted to accept their first contract on August 29. identified The IAM was able to incorporate the three include a Fairchild members into a master agreement that general wage covers workers at five other sites. The new agreement addressed issues with their wages, which was their top priority. These talented individuals work as Mechanics Business Rep Steve Warren and Electronic Maintenance Employees on the C-26 passes out survey results military surveillance airplane. The three members at and leads a discussion to Fairchild voted in March for IAM representation. prioritize issues for the All were excited to have a contract that ensures upcoming negotiations with their wages, benefits and working conditions are in Kenworth Sales. Members writing – not to mention extending them rights on met on Sept. 17 at two the job and some continuity should their employer meetings at the Spokane change. Union Hall.