April’s meeting went smoothly and was informative
for the 54 members who were in attendance.
Under reports we heard from Rep. Dave Oury that
the Laborers were pursuing DWA as a trade show contractor. Pete Savage, 247’s
financial secretary, was introduced as a new representative for the Council.
Pete reported that he will be working with the organizers in an effort to
convert Downtown Tenant improvement work to Union work. We had general work
reports from several other representatives. Joe Baron gave a report on
legislative bills that will have an effect on the working class. Pete Savage
reported that he would seek the vacated position on the Regional Council
Executive Board.
We had discussions about the upcoming May Day
march, X-mas in April volunteer event, picnic plans, and our fundraising raffle.
Under new business, two motions were passed, one
to display framed pictures of our Executive Board in the office and one offering
an endorsement of Pete’s candidacy for the Regional Council Executive Board
opening.
The meeting adjourned early at 8:45 p.m., and we
drew tickets for a variety of door prizes. Be there next month! May’s meeting is
special call for the purpose of nominations for one trustee and one Regional
Council delegate.
Carpenters Local 247 would like to congratulate
our apprentices who became journeymen between April 1, 2002 and March 31, 2003.
These members were recognized at the Carpenters Honors Banquet on April 26:
Daniel Adams, Jason B. Alexander, William D. Bartell, Jason Benfield, Anita J.
Bondi, Craig A. Bufton, Jason C. Chatzigiannakos, Larry S. Dean, Daniel F.
Ewing, Michael J. Gamble, Carolyn K. Haslet, Mary K. Hogan, Peter P. Jensen,
Jeremy J. Larsen, Rick McGanty, Paul B. Millard, Eli I. Pratt, Ezekiel J.
Richmond, Oleg Ropalo, Jon T. Sibrel, Jeremy J. Symolon, Francisco Vargas, Tim
M. Warren.
At the general May membership meeting, members
will nominate one trustee and a delegate to the Pacific Northwest Regional
Council of Carpenters.
At the general June membership meeting, members
will elect one trustee and a delegate to the Pacific Northwest Regional Council
of Carpenters. If a current alternate delegate is elected as a regular delegate,
then we will nominate and elect a replacement alternate delegate at the June
special called meeting.
Scholarship available
Local 247 has a scholarship program available for members’ children and
grandchildren. Guidelines are available at the office. Applications and Labor
History Essays are due in the office by July 22, 2003. Please call or drop by
the office for any questions or more information.
Carpenters Local 247 picnic
Mark your calendars!!! The Carpenters Local 247 annual picnic will be Sunday,
July 27, 2003 at Blue Lake Park. There will be lots of fun, food and activities
for the whole family! Be sure to mark the date on your calendar because it’s an
event you won’t want to miss! More details will be provided in the upcoming
issues.
Our Master Labor Agreement has long referred to a
Labor/Management Committee to look at ways to improve our relationship. Until
recently, that committee only convened when we had a grievance hearing or an
expiring contract. We have committed to regular meetings with the General and
Concrete Contractors Association (GCCA) in an effort to become better partners
in the construction industry. We have already agreed on a contract modification,
which clarifies travel pay language. When a contractor specifically transfers a
carpenter or foreman out of their home area, they will be entitled to travel pay
from their home city.
There are many possible issues to discuss and
resolve through this forum. Other topics recently brought up include
sub-contracting, downtown parking, strategies regarding non-union contractors
and problems bidding in rural or non-metro areas. We have agreed on a
partnership logo and have purchased some banners and signs.
Any input from Union members is welcome. If you have ideas, contact your
representative or the local office.
This is available as a sticker to put on your hard
hat or wherever. Ask at the Union office.
Carpenters
union/GCCA partnership
