FAMILY DAY, COLA & GWI
October 10, 2011
UAW LOCAL 1069
Boeing Philadelphia Family Day
Food Drive
Saturday, October 15, 2011
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Food Drop-Off Locations: 3 Main Gates
2 North Side
1 South Side
Donations Will Support: Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry and Local Food Banks
Reminder:
Effective October 14, 2011, we all will receive 3% GWI along with a $.08 COLA raise. Our year to date COLA is $.56.
In Solidarity,
Christopher Owens, President
UAW Local 1069
Letter to Membership
October 3, 2011
Brothers and Sisters,
By now I’m sure that all of you are aware of the situation that occurred at our plant last week. I’d like to take this opportunity to speak to both you the members and to all employees here at our Boeing Philadelphia Facility. In the past we have faced many different crisis over our years together and we have always prevailed. The leadership of Local 1069 can assure you and your families that our Union will work side by side with the Company to address this crisis together.
This situation is part of a global epidemic that is affecting people in all walks of life. As many of you know, there is a very dedicated Employee Assistance Program in place for both union and salary employees. Don’t hesitate to contact Company EAP Rich Buxton at 1-5800, or UAW Local 1069 EAP Pat Hoffman at 1-3471, if you are having issues in your own life. Along with the Company, we will be at the forefront in an effort to secure a truly drug free workplace at Boeing Philadelphia.
The employees involved in this circumstance represent less than 1% of the workforce in Philadelphia. This problem will not in any way, undermine or deter our commitment to our customers, especially our troops in the field. Together we will continue to build the world’s best Rotorcraft, as we have done for the past 55 years. I urge each of you to stand united and support each other as we make our way through this difficult time.
In conclusion, I ask all employees in the Ridley Park plant to support the leadership of UAW Local 1069 and The Boeing Company. The decisions that will be made will certainly have your best interest at heart. As we move forward from here, I know that we will continue to be the best workforce in the world!
In Solidarity,
Christopher Owens, President
UAW Local 1069
UAW Local 1069 Celebrates 50 Years of The Chinook
September 23, 2011
Brothers and Sisters,
Thanks to all who came out to the 50th anniversary of the Chinook on Wednesday. Fifty years of being the best and building the best. It is all of you, along with all of our past members of Local 1069 that have delivered. We carry the torch today for what our retired members handed off to us. Dedication, hard work and pride from the membership over the past fifty years is why the Chinook is still going strong. These are also the same qualities we bring to every shop in this company. Loud and Proud is what I heard on Wednesday and no one deserves more recognition than you, the Best Membership in the country. And last but not least, for those in upper management who aren’t sure who we are, our correct name is UAW LOCAL 1069. Thanks again for all your support.
There was a misprint on the Women’s Committee flyer for the date of the meeting. The Women’s Committee Meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at 3:15PM at the Union Hall. If you have any questions or are unable to attend, please contact Dana Bechta at extension 2561 or Meta Parker at extension 6719. All members of UAW Local 1069 are invited. We really need you there!
Don’t forget our monthly membership meeting this Sunday September 25th at 10AM at the Union Hall.
In Solidarity,
Christopher D. Owens, President
UAW Local 1069
UAW Local 1069 Leadership Prepares for Congressional Budget
August 22, 2011
UAW Local 1069 Leadership Prepares for Congressional Budget Battle
In response to the recent Daily Times article (Monday, August 15, 2011) on proposed defense budget cuts to the V-22 Osprey program, as well as other defense programs, we have continued our ongoing discussions with our Congressional representation, including Congressmen Bob Brady and Pat Meehan, as well as Senator Pat Toomey to once again fight to keep our work intact.
Our Local’s history has shown many instances in which our membership has had to battle proposed cuts to our programs. Be assured your leadership will continue to fight along with our Political allies to combat this situation. We will walk the halls of Congress like we did 20 years ago and do what ever is necessary to keep our jobs secure and our members working. The Boeing Company also realizes the negative repercussions of this situation and has joined in the effort.
I’m asking that each member and family Stand United as we again battle the short-sighted Congressional leadership that seems intent on lowering our nation’s proven defense assets, again! We will keep you updated with any new information.
In other current union news, Local 1069 have been supporting the ongoing labor action by our brothers and sisters of the Communications Workers of America Local 13000 against Verizon. Our fellow union members and their Unit President Joe Kincade Jr. have stated, “It’s about protecting the middle class jobs we have spent 50 years creating.” (CWA website). Our Local has been supporting this job action by walking alongside CWA members at different locations being picketed by the striking workers. We ALL need to Stand United and fight every effort by Corporate America to take away our way of life.
The American Red Cross sent their thanks for our members’ support of the recent Blood Drive at Boeing. Good luck to all the Red Cross workers in their quest for a fair and equitable contract.
The new Veteran T shirt order form being circulated through the shops was released with an incorrect figure for the cost. The actual cost is $15.
Union members seeking to enroll in a Family Medical Leave of Absence (FMLA) can pick up forms at the Local 1069 Hall. Contact your Union rep or call 610 876-6217.
In Solidarity,
Christopher Owens, President
UAW Local 1069
Material Support Training
July 19, 2011
Brothers and Sisters,
After initiating dialogue with the company in regards to Material Support Training, we are happy to announce this training will be taking place. In the past, many of you have submitted transfer requests, only to be told you didn’t have the qualifications.
The off-hour course will consist of 10 modules intended to allow individuals the opportunity to obtain the skill and ability to qualify for Material Support positions. The first class will be for those of you on first shift followed by a second class for those on second shift. The class only has capacity for 10 people at a time. If more than 10 people are interested, they will be taken in seniority order.
At your Leaderships recommendation, the Company has agreed to this training program. This training is a great opportunity for those of you looking to go into the Material Support classification. Please take advantage of this opportunity by contacting Dave Rackham @ ext. 3514 or Tim Bell @ ext. 8871 for start up dates and times.
We have been having conversations with the Company concerning the hardship situation for the last 6 months. While the company has just shut down hardships, we have been persistent in our discussions to obtain relief for our members in need. I am proud to tell you that our persistency has paid off. The company has agreed to establish criteria that will allow our members with specific needs to adjust their start times. Please be sure to check with your Union Representative for information regarding hardships.
Reminder
Don’t forget to put your transfer requests in for Aircraft Technician Training
In Solidarity,
Christopher Owens, President
UAW Local 1069
