Annual Local 228
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Annual Local 228
Official Publication of UAW Local 228 – Sterling Plant VOLUME 46 • ISSUE 2 SUMMER 2013 PAGE 2 Ford Sterling and Van Dyke Retirees, Employees, Spouses 27th Annual Picnic Reunion PAGES 3-6 Officers’ Reports PAGE 4 Wednesday is Red Shirt Day PAGE 7 Acting Chairman’s Report PAGES 8-9 Dave Dooley Fundraiser PAGE 12 Retiree Meeting Dates PAGE 13 ESSP/ETAP and Benefit News UAW PROPERTY – ILLEGAL TO DUPLICATE ELECTION GENERAL this insideissue PRESIDENT Lorenzo Robinson.....ELECTED Unopposed GUIDE Walt Harbus.................ELECTED Unopposed VICE PRESIDENT Paul Torrente...............ELECTED Unopposed EXECUTIVE BOARD 8 Julie Terenzi..................... 625 ELECTED 9 Matt Peterson...................... 377 10 Lois Leonard....................... 422 11 LaNeice Evans................ 563 ELECTED 12 Julie Zuzga...................... 491 ELECTED 13 Jeff Dooley....................... 632 ELECTED RECORDING SECRETARY Diane Virelli..................ELECTED Unopposed FINANCIAL SECRETARY 1 Al Doss.............................. 548 ELECTED 2 Lisa Mayberry...................... 507 TRUSTEE 3 Michael Orlando............. 524 ELECTED 4 Tedd Dionne.................... 528 ELECTED 5 Tony Grillo........................... 497 6 Nalesha" Nay-Nay" Carter.... 430 7 Jermain Gardner............ 503 ELECTED SGT-AT-ARMS Mike Snead..................ELECTED Unopposed PLANT CHAIRMAN Kenn Gafa....................ELECTED Unopposed PLANT COMMITTEE Sam Vultaggio............ELECTED Unopposed Larry Brdak..................ELECTED Unopposed ALTERNATE PLANT COMMITTEE 14 Dan Martinovski.................. 114 15 Ken Sultes........................... 254 16 Gasper Pipitone............. 500 ELECTED See election results for all Units on Page 2. RESULTS Election Committee: Joe Bartolotta, Chairman, Mike McConnell, Phil Vasile, Ken Weredick UAW LOCAL 228 39209 MOUND ROAD STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48310 Annual Local 228 SUMMER PICNIC See complete notice on page 15 of this issue. PAGE 2 SUMMER 2013 H http://region1.uaw.org/local228 H UNIT ELECTION RESULTS Unit #1 DISTRICT 1 COMMITTEEPERSON Al Strussione................ ELECTED Unopposed DISTRICT 1 ALT. COMMITTEEPERSON Paul Servitto................. ELECTED Unopposed DISTRICT 2 COMMITTEEPERSON Angelo Lupo................. ELECTED Unopposed DISTRICT 2 ALT. COMMITTEEPERSON Phil Lacommare........... ELECTED Unopposed DISTRICT 3 COMMITTEEPERSON Rick Wilson................... ELECTED Unopposed DISTRICT 3 ALT. COMMITTEEPERSON 17 Matt "Bubba" McCauley........ 75 ELECTED 18 Mike O'Toole.......................... 60 DISTRICT 6 COMMITTEEPERSON 25 Craig R. Sims........................ 43 26 Charles Harris..................... 121 ELECTED DISTRICT 4 COMMITTEEPERSON 19 John Lia................................. 74 ELECTED 20 Derek Laws........................... 43 DISTRICT 6 ALT. COMMITTEEPERSON Dion Emelian................ ELECTED Unopposed DISTRICT 4 ALT. COMMITTEEPERSON Gordon McCardy......... ELECTED Unopposed DISTRICT 5 COMMITTEEPERSON 21 Randy Williams..................... 61 ELECTED 22 Gary Ludwig.......................... 53 DISTRICT 5 ALT. COMMITTEEPERSON 23 Anthony Lupo........................ 66 ELECTED 24 Donovan M. Jahn.................. 45 DISTRICT 7 COMMITTEEPERSON 27 Jim Skinner........................... 16 28 Steve Walgenbach................ 83 ELECTED DISTRICT 7 ALT. COMMITTEEPERSON 29 Todd Harris.............................. 8 30 Gary Reich............................ 39 31 Bill Bradley............................ 54 ELECTED DISTRICT 8 COMMITTEEPERSON Ray "Zeke" Ziolkowski.... ELECTED Unopposed DISTRICT 8 ALT. COMMITTEEPERSON 32 Josh White............................ 17 33 Kevin Hatzenbuhler............... 55 34 Margo Deleon....................... 56 ELECTED Royal Oak Ford Unit #3 CHAIRMAN UNIT #3 - Royal Oak Ford Brian Carlsen................... ELECTED Unopposed To all Ford Sterling and Van Dyke Retirees, Employees, and Spouses You are invited to the 27th Annual R E U N I O N c i n c i P Thursday, July 11, 2013 at 12:00 noon Harrison City Park in Harrison, Michigan Pack your PICNIC BASKET with a dish to pass, your placesetting, and a beverage. Also, ladies are invited to bring along a White Elephant for a game. For Further Details, Call: Bob Lisiecki (989) 422-5578 Dennis Barrett (586) 256-9548 BARGAINING REPRESENTATIVE UNIT #3 Warren Dolbeer................... ELECTED Unopposed Accurig - Unit #4 CHAIRPERSON UNIT #4 - Accurig Rick Bunting Devon Facilities Management (DFM) Unit #5 STEWARD SHIFT 1UNIT #5 Adam Ross.......................... ELECTED Unopposed STEWARD SHIFT 2 UNIT #5 Curtis Mann......................... ELECTED Unopposed STEWARD SHIFT 3 UNIT #5 TBD Union Sorters of America Unit #6 STEWARD TBD Sterling-Van Dyke Credit Union Unit #7 STEWARD UNIT #7 Donis Prebee...................... ELECTED Unopposed ALTERNATE STEWARD UNIT #7 Elizabeth King..................... ELECTED Unopposed sUMMER 2013 PAGE 3 H http://region1.uaw.org/local228 H president’s REPORT byLorenzo jeff terry by robinson Greetings Local 228 Family, First I’d like to thank you, the members of Local 228, for the continued show of faith and trust you’ve placed in me. I will forever work to never violate that trust. When I ran for the office of Vice-President, I never thought I would move to the office of President as (fast as) I did. It has truly been a learning experience! To be elected (by acclamation) to highest office in our local union body is a tremendous honor and privilege. There are no greater rewards or accolades than the approval of those we serve. Leadership is not an easy thing. We make tough decisions that affect the lives of many of our members, and their families. But with an active, involved membership those decisions become easier. I have truly cherished the past three years and I fully embrace (and vow to work just as hard) the next three! I’d like to congratulate all those who were elected in our most recent election. You’ve been given a tremendous gift and at the same time charged with In honor of their son, Tanner, the Zuzga Family were named the UAW great responsibility! This membership has chosen you to Ambassador Family for the March of Dimes. Together, the UAW and Ford represent them and you should always be mindful in your Motor Company raised over $8,000 for the March of Dimes. decisions that we work for them. For those of you who were not successful in your bid for office, please stay engaged. The 50th Anniversary of the Detroit “March To Freedom” is June 23, Official Publication of UAW Local 228 – Sterling Plant 2013. There will be a re-enactment of the march on Saturday, June 22, 2013 starting at 9:00 a.m. Jimmy Settles, Vice-President of the UAW/Ford Dept. is the 2013 Freedom Walk Chairman. Local 228 will be participating in the commemorating of the historic march of “1963.” We will be gathering at Woodward and Forest to march down to Hart Plaza, where there will be a rally and other festivities. Let’s make sure we have a great showing. Please bring your families and friends on down and march with us! For more info President...................................................... Lorenzo Robinson on the march, go to www.FreedomWalkDetroit.com. Vice-President....................................................... Paul Torrente As we enter our summer months and begin our vacations please be Recording Secretary............................................... Diane Virelli mindful of your surroundings. Though it’s a time to let go and relax, we still Financial Secretary.............................................. Lisa Mayberry need to be careful not to be so relaxed that we’re not being safe. Look out Trustees.....Al Doss (Chairman), Angelo Sacino, Freddie Haynes III for each other and have a wonderful summer. Sergeant-at-Arms.................................................... Mike Snead In closing, have a safe summer and see you in the fall. Guide................................................................................... TBD In Solidarity, Lorenzo Robinson EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS: Tony Grillo, Julie Terenzi, Jermain Gardner, LaNiece Evans, Len Guminski (Retiree) Local 228 wishes to offer deepest regrets for some misinformation in the last ‘In Memoriam’ notice. Brother Floyd Perry was misidentified as Bob Perry. It was reported that retired brother Daniel Pilarski had passed away. It was Daniel’s wife who passed away. We apologize for any inconvenience or confusion these errors may have caused. Acting Plant Chairperson................................... Sam Vultaggio Plant Committee........................................................ Kenn Gafa Alternate Plant Committee............................. Gaspare Pipitone Chairperson Unit #3............................................ Brian Carlsen Chairperson Unit #5...............................................Curtis Mann Editor............................................................ Lorenzo Robinson Co-Editor & Photographer...................................... Diane Virelli POSTMASTER: Send form 3579 to UAW Circulation Department, 8000 E. Jefferson, Detroit, MI 48214. Published quarterly by UAW Local 228, 39209 Mound Rd., Sterling Heights, MI 48310 in the interest of the membership. Periodicals Postage Paid at the Post Office in Sterling Heights, Michigan 48311 LOCAL 228 UAW Officers, Board Members & District Committeeperson Term of Office: June 2010- June 2013 Phones: (586) 264-5100 & 264-5106 USPS #548-400 PAGE 4 H http://region1.uaw.org/local228 H VICE-PRESIDENT’s REPORT by PAUL TORRENTE Dear Brothers and Sisters of Local 228, I would first like to start by welcoming the 29 employees from Shelton Road Plant, and the 9 employees from the Romeo Engine Plant. The leadership at Sterling is glad you are here and look forward to the opportunity to get to know you soon. As I write this report, we are pre- paring for the 34th Annual Scholarship Golf Outing, which will be held at Pine Valley Golf Club in Ray, Michigan on June 15, 2013. The golf outing is a very important event. In 2013 we were able to give 10 children of members in the plant, a $500 hundred scholarship for them to use for tuition, or books. I would like to thank all of our participants, sponsors, and volunteers who truly make this event possible. The Officers are also preparing for this year’s Leadership Training, which will be from June 17th through June 21st, at the Walter and May Reuther Education Center. Although the employee list that will be attending is finalized, inquire with an Officer for availability for next year. Our Picnic this year will be on August 24th at the St. Lawrence Knights of Columbus on 21 Mile (between Van Dyke and Scheonherr). The picnic is a funfilled event and will have plenty of activities for all age groups, and a great way to get to know one another better. I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate all the Every Wednesday is wear red for SOLIDARITY. Here is Local 228 showing support. SUMMER 2013 individuals who were elected on June 4, 2013. I look forward to working with all of you serving the membership, and the community. I would also like to thank the membership (all elected, appointed, and retirees) for giving me the opportunity to be your Vice President for 3 more years. I cannot explain the boost of confidence you have instilled in me. I look forward to the challenges the next 3 years will bring, and know that working together we can make our little corner of the world a better place. In closing, shutdown is around the corner, and I just want to wish everyone a great vacation. Enjoy it with your families, and please be safe. Enjoy your summer! sUMMER 2013 H http://region1.uaw.org/local228 H recording Secretary’s REPORT by Diane Virelli Greetings Local 228, I would like to take this opportunity to offer my profound and sincerest thank you to the membership, both active and retired, of Local 228. I am honored to have served as your Recording Secretary for two 3-year terms and am truly humbled to be allowed to serve for another 3-year term. My experience as Recording Sec- EXECUTIVE BOARD MARCH 19, 2013 Call to Order: President Lorenzo Robinson called the meeting to order at 3:04. Moment of Prayer: There was a moment of silent prayer. Minutes: Communications: •Received a communication from “My Sister’s Keeper” asking Local 228 to donate $500.00 towards youth empowerment activities. Julie Terenzi made a motion to receive and file. The motion was supported and passed. •Received a request from “Forgotten Harvest” asking for a donation. A motion was made by Al Doss to receive and file. The motion received support and passed. •Received a communication from UAW Region 1 Veterans Council asking Local 228 to support the John L. Jourdan Veterans achievement Award Luncheon. This was accompanied by a request from UAW Local 228’s Veterans Committee Chairman, Nick Dinatale, asking Local 228 to purchase a table. A motion was made by Tony Grillo to purchase a table for $550. The motion was supported and passed. •Received a communication from IUAW asking our support of the 58th Annual Fight for Freedom Fund Dinner of the Detroit Branch of the NAACP. A motion was made by Tony Grillo to receive and file. The motion was supported and passed. •Received a communication from Region 1 asking our support of the “30 Years of Caring,” (formerly the McYokich St. Patrick’s Day Party). President Robinson stated that a request was put in through the nickel fund to purchase a table. Diane Virelli made a motion to also purchase a Gold sponsor for $250. The motion was supported and passed. •The Executive Board was polled a total of 3 times to purchase “Kiss Me, I’m Union” shirts for a total price of $1,557.50. The Board approved each time. •Received a request from the Chair of the Community Service Committee, Saunja Jenkins, requesting $735.00 for the Dave Dooley Bowling Fundraiser, t-shirts. A motion was made to pay for the t-shirts for $735.00 and passed. •Received a “thank you” from Joni and the N.O.A.H. family, for our donation. •Received a “thank you” from Sister Lutrina Johnson. President’s Report: President Lorenzo Robinson thanked the Executive Board for standing with the Region and supporting the Community Caring event while it goes through the changes that have taken place over the past couple of years. Lorenzo reported that he just returned from National Ford Council and Sub-Council meeting in Florida and that he is proud to announce the Angelo Lupo has been elected, president of Sub-Council 5. John Lia also remains on Sub Council. President Robinson reported that the officers have been through appeals training from the International Union. retary has been one of many opportunities, is at times very challenging, and is always extremely rewarding. I do not take this re-election lightly and will continue to work tirelessly for the Membership in all of my capacities. I will continue to make sure the Membership is well informed, up to speed, and has all of the relevant information available at all times. Lorenzo stated that this was an excellent class led by Eunice Stokes. President Robinson ended his report by reading the close out report that the International Treasury department prepared. It is mandatory that the report be read. Bargaining Committee Reports: Bargaining Unit 1: Acting Chairman, Sam Vultaggio reported that the plant population is at approximately 1,745. Sam reported that the Bargaining Committee has been busy hearing 2nd and 2½ stage grievances. Sam reported that they are focused on hearing as many as they can and to get them cleared out. Sam stated that there is a lot of construction going on in the plant right now and that is because of the new Mustang line, the new F-150 line and the new RDU line. All good things! Sam reported that Jim Tetreau made a visit to the Sterling Plant on March 1st and was very pleased. Mr. Tetreau stated that if Sterling keeps doing what they’re doing, he will be bringing even more work to the Sterling Plant model. Afternoons will be getting trained next. Sam ended his report by announcing that production for the F-150 and the F-250 are going up and that is good news for all of us. Bargaining Unit 3: Chairman Brian Carlson reported that there are 35 members at Royal Oak Ford. Brian reported that he is proud to announce, that in just 2 meetings we reached a 4-year agreement. Bargaining Unit 5: Chairman Curtis Mann reported that the population is 24 members. Curtis reported that DFM and UAW recently ratified their contract, which is a 4-year agreement also. Retirees Report: Chairman Lenny Guminski reported that the spring retiree luncheon will be held tomorrow, Wednesday the 20th of March. Len reported that everything is good with the retirees at this time. Vice President's Report: Vice President Paul Torrente reported that the Scholarship Golf Outing will be held at Pine Valley this year, which allows for 72 more golfers. Paul reported that the Local 228 golf league will be starting on the 22nd of April and will be a Sunnybrook. Paul stated that if you or someone you know is interested in joining, please contact him. Paul announced the date for the Local 228 picnic has been set for August 24th. Vice President Torrente announced that the date for the picnic has been set for August 24th, which is the week after the dream cruise. Paul reported that the Unit’s that he services, the Credit Union and Union Sorters are doing well. Vice President Torrente reported that we have sold 210 “Kiss Me, I’m Union” shirts. Paul reported that he has posted the vending machine per board request on Craig’s List for $900. Paul stated that we have not received any inquiries, so he asked to lower the asking price to $850. Paul stated that there are Dave Dooley Bowling Fundraiser tickets available here at the Local and that they are already half sold out, so do not wait to purchase yours. Paul ended his report by stating that the March of Dimes will be hosting walks on April 27th at Hines Park and on April 28th at Metro Beach. More details will be made available as we get closer to the date. Recording Secretary Report: Recording Secretary Diane Virelli reported that the leadership was recently invited to Region 1 for training on right to work and how it will affect us and what we can PAGE 5 I would also like to congratulate all of those who ran in this past election, whether they won or lost. Every 3 years, every one of these positions become available to anyone who is willing to put in the work and feels they have something to offer this membership. I have a plaque in my office that reads, “When we receive a post by virtue of being elected, it doesn’t really belong to us. We have no guarantee it will last. The only thing we know for sure is that, for as long as we have it, we are responsible for using it wisely.” I look forward with working with all of the newly elected as well as the past leaders of Local 228. Please know that I am available to you at Local 228 Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. On Fridays you can find me in Department 43 in the plant. Please do not hesitate to contact me, whether in person or via phone, with any questions, comments or concerns you may have. Again, thank you Local 228 for this honor. I remain humbly at your service. I look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events. Enjoy your summer and stay safe! In Solidarity, Diane Virelli do about it. The training was very helpful and informative. Diane reported that the scholarship packets are here at the local and are now available to pick up. The information has been posted on Facebook. Recording Secretary Virelli ended her report by announcing Royal Oak Ford’s 4-year contract. Diane stated that typically bargaining agreements are for 3-year maximum. The way many of us are getting around right to work laws is to get the new contracts signed before the March 28th deadline and to have extended life on them. One teachers union in Michigan actually signed a 10-year agreement! APRIL 16, 2013 Financial Secretary Report: Lisa Mayberry that the auditor from IUAW gave us a lot of compliments and a few suggestions. Lisa reported that she was recently in election training, along with the Local 228 Election Committee. Lisa stated that we will be doing a few things a little differently. Lisa reported the OPEIU contract is just about finished, with only a few small items left to iron out. Financial Secretary Lisa Mayberry reported that we got a price on the hot water tank that we need to get it fixed soon. Lisa stated that we also have a pipefitter from the plant that is willing to volunteer his labor. Lisa ended her report by stating that the Women’s Committee and the Community Service Committee are taking donations for the basket of cheer, to be raffled at the D.D. bowling fundraiser. Lisa added that March is Women’s History Month, so there will be a celebration. A motion was made by Tony Grillo to accept all officers' reports. The motion was supported and passed. Old Business: None. New Business: Trustee Freddie Haynes III stated that he wanted it on record that we received and filed the support of the NAACP event while we wait to hear what chapter Region 1 is asking our support. Sergeant-at-Arms Mike Snead suggested that we make sure we notify the membership that we still have legal services until January 1, 2014. Financial Secretary Lisa Mayberry reported that herself, along with the Trustees and the President and with the approval of the Executive Board, have decided to increase our bi-monthly mortgage payment up to $4,000 to pay down the balance faster. Also to reinvest the $100,000 CD that had matured, and then to revisit this again in one year when the CD matures. Trustee Freddie Haynes II congratulated Diane Virelli and Brian Carlsen for a job well done. Freddie stated that having worked in a dealership, he is well aware of how difficult it can be. Motion to Adjourn: Tony Grillo made a motion to adjourn. The motion received support and passed. The meeting was adjourned at 4:08. Respectfully submitted for your approval, Diane Virelli, Recording Secretary Lorenzo Robinson... Present Paul Torrente........... Present Diane Virelli............. Present Lisa Mayberry......... Present Al Doss................... Present Angelo Sacino........Excused Freddie Haynes III.... Present Mike Snead............. Present Lenny Guminski...... Present Brian Carlsen...........Present Sam Vultaggio.........Present Kenn Gafa...............Present Tony Grillo...............Present Jermain Gardner......Present Julie Terenzi.............Present Laneice Evans.........Present Curtis Mann............Present General Membership Minutes on pages 10-11. EXECUTIVE BOARD Call to Order: President Lorenzo Robinson called the meeting to order at 12:00. Moment of Prayer: There was a moment of silent prayer with special mention to all of those affected by the Boston Marathon Bombing; also, to the Wilber Baber family. Minutes: All minutes were approved at March General Membership Meeting. Communications: •Received a communication from the Care House asking our support of their annual fundraiser. A motion was made by Tony Grillo to receive and file. The motion was supported and passed. •Received a request from the UAW Region 1 Chaplaincy Council inviting us to join in their annual prayer breakfast. A motion was made by Tony Grillo to buy a ticket for any of Local 228’s Chaplaincy Committee members who would like to attend. The motion was supported and passed. •Received a communication from Henry Ford II High School and Stevenson High School asking our support of their fundraising efforts for the “Military Families United.” A motion was made by Al Doss to receive and file. The motion was supported and passed. •Received a communication from Mott High School senior Aaron Rickabaugh who asked our support of his school’s care package drive for the servicemen who are serving in Afghanistan. A motion was made to receive and file. The motion was supported and passed. •Received a communication from member Patrick Wagner asking our support of his fundraising efforts for the “Make A Wish Foundation.” A motion was made to receive and file. The motion was supported and passed. •Received a Thank You from Region 1 Director, thanking Local 228 for our participation in the “30 Years of Caring” fundraiser. •Received a request to reimburse Saunja Jenkins for out-of-pocket expenses for the Dave Dooley Bowling Fundraiser. Kenn Gafa made a motion to reimburse Saunja for any expenses with a receipt. The motion was supported and passed. •The Executive Board was polled to allow the purchase of “Solidarity “shirts. The board approved $780.00 to get shirts made. •The Executive Board was polled to allow the purchase of “Dave Dooley Bowling Fundraiser” shirts for $779.00. The Board approved. •The Executive Board was polled to allow the purchase of 2,000 “proud to pay my dues” buttons for $700.00. The board approved. Presidents Report: President Lorenzo Robinson announced that he was proud to report that the Dave Dooley Bowling Fundraiser raised over $17,000.00. Lorenzo stated that after all expenses were paid, we will be donating $10,000.00 to the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers of Michigan. Lorenzo reported that this is the most this local has ever donated to one organization. Lorenzo commended Saunja on a job well done and stated that this could not have been done without the help of the numerous volunteers and See E-BOARD MINUTES on Page 13 PAGE 6 H http://region1.uaw.org/local228 H financial Secretary’s REPORT by Lisa Mayberry Greetings Local 228! Summer is upon us, and just like the seasons…change in one form or another…comes to all of us. It has been my honor and deepest pleasure to serve you as Financial Secretary. I’ve learned a lot and gained so much from the experiences representing and serving you, the membership. This election cycle is in no way an ending for me but a continuation. I always stand ready to serve you in any capacity and at every opportunity. With deep gratitude I thank each of you for your support, service and participation over the years. The financial time spent with you, whether it was negotiating or organizing…in a seminar or in service to others…at a party or a protest…have all created for me lessons and memories that I will cherish and take on every future journey. The relationships that we have been able to build and the progress that we have been able to make have laid a great foundation for the work ahead of us. The greatest benefit has been the ability to see “true unionism” at work – up close and personal! There is great reward in the effort to better the circumstances of others! And the beautiful part is that the reward report Submitted for your Approval by Lisa Mayberry, Financial Secretary FINANCIAL REPORT FOR febrUARY 2013 Balance as of January, 2013....... $388,771.13 INCOME FOR FEBRUARY, 2013 Regular Dues................................$95,814.86 Initiation Fees.......................................160.00 Retiree Dues International..................1,403.15 Hall Rentals..........................................500.00 Hall Deposits.....................................1,500.00 Proceeds Retiree Chapter 50/50...........396.00 Proceeds General Membership Meeting 50/50.................................644.00 Reimbursement Parking Lot Salting...........................675.00 Transfer CD #101 to Checking Account.....................103,352.29 Less CD Transfer....................... (103,352.29) Interest on CD #101 @ SVDCU.............61.55 Checking Account Interest........................1.99 101,156.55 $489,927.68 EXPENSES FOR FEBRUARY, 2013 Wages............................................22,928.18 Lost Time..............................................49.98 Retiree Chapter Expense.......................200.00 Travel, Per Diem...................................207.00 Payroll Taxes Forwarded....................6,024.60 SWT (Paid)..........................................861.07 Per Capita Tax International..............51,961.82 Building Maintenance........................5,066.55 Office Supplies and Expense.................195.47 Telephone............................................181.72 Cable Access Fee...................................17.99 Internet Access Fee................................45.00 Mortgage Payment............................6,622.00 Pension Fund....................................1,023.75 Postage...............................................138.00 Union Dues Forwarded...........................90.00 FFOC................................................1,348.90 Insurance..........................................2,938.75 Retiree Fund.........................................396.39 Black History Month Celebration...........500.00 Refreshments........................................50.89 Refreshments - Veterans Committee.....125.00 Xerox Lease/Usage Fees.......................185.31 Winner of General Membership Meeting 50/50 Raffle........................139.00 Donation - Women's Committee...........259.09 Bank Charges - Deposit Slips.................32.00 Seed Monies - Dave Dooley Charity Bowl.................................1,200.00 Void Prior Year Checks...................... (817.32) Union Dues (Deducted)....................... (90.00) FFOC (Deducted)............................ (1,348.90) Withholding Tax (Deducted)............ (2,455.00) Social Security (Deducted)............. (1,773.18) SWT (Deducted)............................... (726.53) 95,577.53 $394,350.15 FUND BALANCES General Fund...............................$332,258.06 Education Fund................................ 2,064.36 Recreation Fund................................5,274.31 Retired Members Fund................... 34,398.74 UAW Local 228 Scholarship Fund.... 15,664.31 New Member Orientation Fund...........2,070.02 Veterans Committee Fund (Established 10/2011)...................1,155.97 Women’s Committee Fund................1,464.38 $394,350.15 ALLOCATION OF ASSETSCD Maturity Bank Balance................... $271,735.03 Credit Union CD #100....... 111,368.14 11/02/14 Credit Union CD #101........................ - Redeemed Credit Union CD Short-Term... 11,236.93 07/22/13 Credit Union Savings................... 10.05 $394,350.15 SUMMER 2013 and the experiences are there for everyone, for all of us to partake in, regardless of title or position. So allow me to take a moment to encourage our entire membership to get informed and get involved. There is no time like the present! As a union, we stand at a crossroads. Politically, there are enemies all about us. The community at large has a skewed perception of us and internally we struggle to educate and prepare a new and growing population for activism and leadership. This is “the” opportune time to make a difference in our union and to help shape its course and our future. The outcome is too important for any of us to be apathetic and sit on the sidelines. I look forward to continued service and participation with you and the continued work that we have ahead of us! Wishing you the best for a safe and enjoyable summer! In Solidarity, Lisa Mayberry FINANCIAL REPORT FOR MARCH 2013 Balance as of February, 2013....$394,350.15 INCOME FOR MARCH, 2013 Regular Dues................................$92,322.85 Profit Sharing Dues..............................217.21 Sub Dues..............................................85.77 Retiree Dues International..................1,394.75 Initiation Fees.........................................40.00 General Membership Meeting 50/50 Raffle - Recreation Fund.........268.00 Hall Rentals.......................................1,175.00 Hall Deposits.....................................1,800.00 Sale of T-Shirts - Recreation Fund.....1,940.00 Proceeds Dave Dooley Bowling Fundraiser........................3,390.00 Refund Overpayment on Form 940....................................903.96 Reimburse Repair/Maintenance Salting.............................................700.00 Interest on Certificate #100 @ Credit Union.....................................370.72 Interest on Short-Term Certificate @ Credit Union..................................14.15 Checking Account Interest........................1.99 104,624.40 $498,974.55 EXPENSES FOR MARCH, 2013 Wages............................................23,137.94 Lost Time.........................................5,186.38 Profit Sharing Paid...........................18,886.42 Retiree Chapter Expense.......................200.00 Travel, Per Diem, Hotel, Airfare..........2,523.80 Payroll Taxes Forwarded..................11,900.14 SWT (Paid)..........................................726.53 Union Dues Forwarded.........................307.21 FFOC................................................1,348.90 Per Capita Tax International..............50,520.24 Building Maintenance........................8,156.16 Office Supplies and Expense...................77.77 Postage............................................1,000.00 Mortgage Payment............................6,622.00 Retiree Fund......................................5,460.00 Pension Fund.......................................885.00 Insurance..........................................5,606.31 Winner of General Membership Meeting 50/50 Raffle........................130.00 T-Shirts for Dave Dooley Bowling Fundraiser...........................735.00 T-Shirts "Kiss Me I'm Union" Recreation Fund............................1,557.50 Technical Support................................960.31 Dues Refund........................................205.89 Scholarship Fund - Supplies for Scholarship Packets.........................218.05 FFOC (Deducted)............................ (1,348.90) Union Dues (Deducted)..................... (307.21) Withholding Tax (Deducted)............ (3,167.00) Social Security (Deducted)............. (3,626.95) SWT (Deducted)............................ (1,162.28) 136,739.21 $362,235.34 FUND BALANCES General Fund...............................$304,064.83 Education Fund.................................2,098.72 Recreation Fund................................5,811.99 Retired Members Fund....................30,118.17 UAW, Local 228 Scholarship Fund........................15,446.26 New Member Orientation Fund...........2,075.02 Veterans Committee Fund (Established 10/2011)...................1,155.97 Women’s Committee Fund................1,464.38 $362,235.34 ALLOCATION OF ASSETSCD Maturity Bank Balance................... $239,235.35 Cash on Hand....................................... Credit Union CD #100....... 111,738.86 11/02/14 Credit Union CD Short-Term. 11,251.08 07/22/13 Credit Union Savings................... 10.05 $362,235.34 See APRIL FINANCIAL REPORT on page 7 sUMMER 2013 H http://region1.uaw.org/local228 H ACTING plant chairMAN’s REPORT BY SAM VULTAGGIO Dear Brothers and Sisters, On June 4, 2013 we had elections for all offices and found who will be our representatives for the next 3 years. I want to congratulate those who won their elections and I know they will serve this membership the right way. I also want to point out that 16 positions ran unopposed. This is the first time in Local 228 history that this many members ran unopposed and shows the hard work and dedication of the men and women who serve in those positions. Congrats. Recently we welcomed 38 new members to our family. I am happy to say we had the opportunity to add new employees from the Romeo Engine Plant and Sheldon Road Plant. I hope they enjoy being here as much as we enjoy having them. I expect all of our members received their Inflation Bonus Lump Sum Payment by now. I know how bonuses come in handy here and there in life and hope that everyone found it helpful because bonuses like that is what we fight for. If you don’t know already, shutdown is the first week of July. I hope everyone enjoys their time off and gets a lot of rest because starting in August the production volume for the F-Series is skyrocketing. We at Local 228 rely heavily on the F-Series and are very exited to be able to take on such a task. Finally, I want to thank our Local President Lorenzo Robinson for allowing me the opportunity to serve as our acting Chairman for the past 4 months. I have experienced a lot on the job and there is not a doubt in my mind I will be ready to take on the role of chairman when the time is right. Thank you and have a safe and enjoyable shutdown. As always, in Solidarity, Sam Vultaggio UAW Local 228 2013 Scholarship Winners CONGRATULATIONS •Alex Susalla – Son of Dennis Susalla •Tori Guido – Daughter of Dino Guido •Kristen Rostow – Daughter of Deborah Rostow •Rachel Rebecca – Daughter of Bob Rebecca •Barbara Tolomello – Daughter of Vincenza Milano •Nathan Holdsworth – Son of Douglas Holdsworth •Alyson Williams – Daughter of Gregory Williams •Dreux Scott – Son of Dan Scott •Kaitlin Kiewicz – Daughter of Mike Inda •Diamond Davis – Daughter of Anitra Sanders We want to thank our Education Committee for their commitment and diligence in the selection process. Also, thank you to the ERC’s for administrating this program. PAGE 7 Bill to Speed Up Foreclosure on Fast Track Legislation to kick people out of their homes more quickly was introduced in the Michigan Senate on May 22nd, reported from committee on May 23rd, and could be on the Governor’s desk by the second week of June. SB 380-383 would essentially reduce the redemption period in the mortgage foreclosure process from 6 months to 60 days. Ingham County Register of Deeds Curtis Hertel, Jr. told the committee that “a majority of people we have helped in the foreclosure process would have not been helped if this bill was law. With all the fraud we have proven in Michigan, we need more protections for home owners. All this bill does is speed up the process and will make the problem worse,” said Hertel. Quick passage of the bill is anticipated in the Senate, with a possible House Financial Services Committee meeting shortly thereafter. A full House vote could take place as early as the first week of July. UAW members are encouraged to contact their State Representatives and Senators and urge them to vote “no” on this attack on people struggling to keep their homes in these difficult times. To find your State Senator, go to http://www.senate.michigan.gov/FindYourSenator/byaddress.htm, fill in your address and you will get the contact information for your State Senator. Go to http://www.house.mi.gov/mhrpublic/, fill in your address and you will get the information you need to call or write your Representative. financial reports Submitted for your Approval by Lisa Mayberry, Financial Secretary FINANCIAL REPORT FOR APRIL 2013 Balance as of March, 2013......... $362,235.34 INCOME FOR APRIL, 2013 Regular Dues................................$92,183.92 Profit Sharing Dues.......................152,055.52 Initiation Fees.........................................40.00 Per Capita Rebate............................17,949.80 Hall Rentals.......................................2,815.00 Hall Deposits.....................................1,500.00 Retiree Dues International..................1,395.10 Retiree's 50/50 Raffle...........................910.00 Scholarship Golf Outing Sponsorships/Fees......................18,100.00 General Membership Meeting 50/50 Raffle.....................................294.00 Proceeds Dave Dooley Charity Bowl...............................13,516.00 Retiree Spouse Payment for Black Lake...............................1,750.00 Sale of Solidarity T-Shirts.....................321.00 Checking Account Interest........................2.83 302,833.17 $665,068.51 EXPENSES FOR APRIL, 2013 Wages............................................27,901.45 Lost Time..............................................49.98 Retiree Chapter Expense.......................200.00 Travel, Per Diem, Hotel, Airfare..........1,464.88 Payroll Taxes Forwarded....................5,856.74 SWT (Paid).......................................1,162.28 Michigan Unemployment Taxes (Paid).....................................808.04 Federal Unemployment Taxes (Paid).....401.33 Union Dues Forwarded...........................90.00 FFOC Forwarded...............................1,691.75 Per Capita Tax International..............48,699.42 Building Maintenance........................4,577.02 Office Supplies and Expense...................41.98 Scholarship Fund Expense.................1,776.10 Pension Fund.......................................941.25 Insurance..........................................5,652.13 Mortgage Payment............................8,000.00 Board Action to Send 5 Retirees to Black Lake...................1,250.00 Retiree Fund......................................3,764.79 Beacon Expense...............................6,076.43 Refreshments........................................91.09 License & Fees......................................55.00 Dave Dooley Charity Bowl Expenses......................................4,444.26 Internet Access Fee................................90.00 Telephone............................................368.09 Cable Access Fee...................................35.98 Technical/Support Fee..........................185.31 Service on Computer..............................49.00 Picnic Expense.....................................200.00 Winner of General Membership Meeting 50/50 Raffle........................147.00 Purchase of Solidarity T-Shirts.............780.00 Purchase "Proud to Pay Dues" Buttons..................................700.00 Purchase of RDU Jackets.....................160.00 Bank Service Charges............................24.50 Void Checks from Previous Year........ (600.00) FFOC (Deducted)............................ (1,691.75) Union Dues (Deducted)....................... (90.00) Withholding Tax (Deducted)............ (3,035.38) Social Security (Deducted)............. (2,153.61) SWT (Deducted)............................... (895.01) 119,270.05 $545,798.46 FUND BALANCES General Fund...............................$471,024.95 Education Fund.................................2,133.46 Recreation Fund................................5,976.36 Retired Members Fund....................30,193.16 UAW, Local 228 Scholarship Fund...31,770.16 New Member Orientation Fund...........2,080.02 Veterans Committee Fund..................1,155.97 Women’s Committee Fund................1,464.38 $545,798.46 ALLOCATION OF ASSETSCD Maturity Bank Balance................... $422,798.47 Cash on Hand..................................... - Credit Union CD #100....... 111,738.86 11/02/14 Credit Union CD Short-Term. 11,251.08 07/22/13 Credit Union Savings................... 10.05 $545,798.46 Submitted for your Approval, Lisa Mayberry, Financial Secretary 7 A Local Union with a Heart GOLF SCRAMBLE GOLF SCRAMBLE GOLF SCRAMBLE UAW Local 598 Retiree Friday, August 10TH • 4-Person Teams • First 36 entries accepted • 18 holes will be played – carts included • $140 Entry Fee Per Team • Winter rules & golf course rules will prevail • Prizes for top teams • Shotgun start – 8:00 a.m. (coffee & donuts 7:00 a.m.) Fenton Farms Golf Course 12312 Torrey Road • Fenton, MI Phone: (810) 750-6098 FORM June 2013 A P P L I C AT I O N 6 4th Annual Local 598 Retiree Golf Scramble August 10, 2012 • Fenton Farms Golf Couse Please Print NAME LAST 4 DIGITS SS# HOME PHONE 1._________________________________________________________________________ 2._________________________________________________________________________ 3._________________________________________________________________________ 4._________________________________________________________________________ Payable by Cash or Check made to: UAW Local 598 Retirees Local 598 Union Hall G-3293 Van Slyke Rd., Flint, MI 48507 Any questions, contact Don Clark or Thurman Ross at Union Hall – (810) 238-4605, ext. 18 PAGE 10 SUMMER 2013 H http://region1.uaw.org/local228 H GENERAL MEMBERSHIP FEBRuary 26, 2013 CALL TO ORDER: Vice President Paul Torrente called the meeting to order at 11:01. MOMENT OF PRAYER: Beverly Richardson led the membership in prayer. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge was recited AGENDA: John Bakalis made a motion to approve the January’s General Membership Meeting Minutes, the February Executive Board Meeting Minutes as presented and to amend the agenda, to forgo all reports except for the Presidents, the Chairmans and the Election Committee, so that we may proceed with our Black History Month celebration. The motion received support and passed. ROLL CALL: Roll Call was taken. PRESIDENTS REPORT: Vice President Paul Torrente thanked the membership for turning out to vote. Paul reported that the number of members that voted in a midterm election was phenomenal and he thanked everyone for their support. Paul also congratulated all of those who ran.Vice President Torrente reported that he was standing in for the President while he was at the National Ford Council meeting in Washington D.C. At this time, Paul read President Robinson’s report: Good Morning All, Sorry I couldn’t be with you today, but I’m in DC with our Chairman and the rest of our SUB and CAP council delegates; also our benefits reps. I’d like to first congratulate Paul, Kenny and LaNiece for their successful bid to their respective posts. On Thursday of last week, they were sworn in here at the local. It was done immediately so we wouldn’t be in violation of the UAW Constitution. There will be a ceremonial swearing in at March’s General Membership meeting. I ask everyone to keep our sisters and brothers who have lost someone close to them in our prayers. This is an election year and as stated at January’s meeting your help will be needed. There are Precinct Delegate forms here for those desiring to be a delegate. There are also voter registration forms for you as well. Both forms should be returned to your City Clerk. There was a “Romney Was Wrong” rally in downtown Detroit at the Gem and Century Theater parking garage top deck. Over 200 people showed up to support this rally. 2012 UAW Black Lake Campground applications are now available in the front lobby for those planning on going camping at Black Lake this year. The region is hosting a bus trip to Alabama on March 9th to re-enact the 1965 march from Selma to Montgomery. If you’re interested in going please call the region no later than February 28th to get your name on the list. The region will order a bus based on interest. As of Friday only twelve people signed up in region 1. There’ll also be buses traveling from region 1A. Call over to 1A to get information for their buses. Thanks to the Civil and Human Rights Committee and all its volunteers for putting together another great Black History Month Celebration and I ask that you welcome our guest speaker and show her the hospitality that only Local 228 can. Lastly, I had an opportunity to visit the BMIU Conference at UM of Dearborn and was asked to speak to the assembly. It was a great experience to speak, with some of our own Local 228 members there to support me. I encourage more people to visit the conference next year. I respectfully submit this report for approval. In Solidarity, Lorenzo Robinson BARGAINING COMMITTEE REPORT: Chairman Neil P. Wallyn is at National Ford Council. Plant Committee Sam Vultaggio started his report by congratulating all the newly elected and stating that he looks forward to working with them. Sam reported that the plant population is 1,666. 1,281 are production and 385 are trades. Sam stated that as of today there are 102 production employees on temporary layoff. Sam reported that the deadline for buyouts is March 9th. Profit sharing will be paid out the week of March 14th. Uniform orders should be in by March 19th.Sam reported that all the proofing has been done on the local agreement and they should be going to be published by next week. Sam reported that the smoking huts that the company agreed to build are just waiting on the funds to be approved. Sam reported that the company is pressing to put aws in department 90. Sam stated that they are meeting with the company and are pushing back on implementing the aws. Department 91 will be working 6-7 days a week and are in need of people who want to do some overtime. Department 19 - Job 1 is scheduled for sometime in June. Department 72 (flex welder) Job 1 is expected in May. And lastly, Department 16 will be increasing the line speed and will need more people. VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT: RECORDING SECRETARY’S REPORT: FINANCIAL SECRETARY’S REPORT: Committee Reports: Election Committee: Mike McConnel read the results of the election held at Local 228 on the 21st of February and made a motion for the membership to approve the results as reported. John Bakalis made a motion to accept all reports. The motion was supported and passed. OLD BUISNESS: None NEW BUISNESS: Paul Torrente asked for a person to pull a ticket for the 50/50 raffle. The winning ticket #898615 was pulled and Rose Martino was the winner of $127.50. Rose was told she could pick up a check at the Local on Tuesday the 28th. ADJOURNMENT: Mike McConnel made a motion to adjourn; the motion was supported and passed. The meeting was adjourned at 11:15 p.m. Respectfully submitted for your approval, Diane Virelli, Recording Secretary oving Soon? Please use this form to speed up mailing changes for your copy of THE BEACON. Fill in changes below: Name________________________________________________________ New Address__________________________________________________ City_______________________________ State______ Zip____________ last 4 numbers ONLY Social Security No. XXX-XX-__________ Mail to: LOCAL 228, UAW 39209 MOUND ROAD, STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48310 down will be. It all has to do with volumes. GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MARCH 24, 2013 CALL TO ORDER: President Lorenzo Robinson called the meeting to order at 11:01. MOMENT OF PRAYER: Keith Meyers led the membership in prayer. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge was recited. AGENDA: Angelo Lupo made a motion to approve the February General Membership Meeting Minutes, the March Executive Board Meeting Minutes as presented and to approve the agenda. The motion received support and passed. ROLL CALL: Roll Call was taken. PRESIDENTS REPORT: President Lorenzo Robinson started his report by welcoming the membership. Lorenzo stated that with this being Women’s History Month, we will be honoring Women with a short program so he will try and keep his report brief. President Robinson announced that he and the delegates have just returned from Sub-Council. Lorenzo reported that there is a lot of good information shared and good ideas passed at this meeting. Lorenzo went on to say that he has prepared a report for anyone who would like to see it. Lorenzo stated that Jimmy Settles has stressed his expectation that the sub-council delegates come back and pass all the information on to the members in their local. President Robinson reported that the top four officers have all taken the appeals training that were offered at the Region. Lorenzo stated that this was an invaluable class and he is going to try and bring that training here at Local 228. Lorenzo reported that the officers and the Election Committee have also taken the election training. President Robinson reported that he read the close out report from the International Auditor, at the last Executive Board meeting as is required by International. Lorenzo reported that we are doing a great job here at the local. Lorenzo stated that if anyone would like to see the actual audit, they could stay after the meeting and read it. President Robinson reported that we have a couple of fundraisers. First of course is the Dave Dooley fundraiser. The proceeds from this event will go to the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers of Michigan. Tickets have almost sold out but there are plenty of dinner tickets left. Also there are still a few t-shirts left to purchase. Also there is a fundraiser at Rosie O’Grady’s for a young lady named Kayla who is battling brain cancer. President Robinson stated that if your Sunday afternoon was free to stop by Rosie’s and show your support. To end his report Lorenzo explained to the membership his commitment to serve in this community and in the spirit of doing so would like volunteers who are willing to work in this community. Lorenzo showed the t-shirts that were purchased for the volunteers to wear so that they and UAW Local 228 are a visible presence. BARGAINING COMMITTEE REPORT: Acting Chairman Sam Vultaggio reported that the plant population is approximately 1,712 with 317 being trades and 1,337 production. Sam reported that there has been a lot of good news at Sterling in the month of March. First, we had a visit from Mr. Tetreau. He was very pleased with the improvements that we have made here at Sterling. Mr. Tetreau stated that if we keep going like we are, he will keep bringing work to Sterling. As I sure you have all noticed, there is a lot of construction going on all over the Sterling Plant. This is also good news because it is all being done for the new work we have for the F-150 and the Mustang. Acting Chairman Sam Vultaggio reported that the doors at the South west entrance are fixed and painted and in working order. Sam reported that the volumes for the F-150 and the F-250 are expected to go up. So if you are in that area, you can expect some overtime. Also the transit that was put on hold for some design flaw is very close to being ready, so we will be getting busy with that. Sam stated that we all received profit sharing and that is sure nice. Thank you to the UAW! Acting Chairman Sam Vultaggio reported that shut down has to be announced by the company by April 1st. They have already committed to shut down for the first week of July. They do not know yet when the second week of shut VICE PRESIDENT'S REPORT: Vice President Paul Torrente started his report by thanking all of the people who purchased the “Kiss Me I’m Union” shirts. Paul stated that 210 shirts were sold, that raised $400.00 towards the cost of the picnic. Paul also thanked Connie Naples, Chair of the Recreation Committee, for her work in selling the shirts. Paul reported that the vending machine has been listed on Craig’s List, per board action, for $850.00 Vice President Torrente reported that the Dave Dooley Bowling fundraiser is just about sold out, but we still have tickets for pizza and pop available. Paul reported that the March of Dimes Walkathon will be held on March 27th at Hines Park and March 28th at Metro Beach. We will post more details as they become available. Paul thanked all of those who supported, in any way, the bowling fundraiser that Julie Zuzga held for the March of Dimes. To close his report, Paul reminded the membership that v-cap cards must be filled out every year if we want the money to stay in Michigan. RECORDING SECRETARY'S REPORT: Diane Virelli reported that she is proud to announce that after only 2 meetings, UAW Local 228 and Royal Oak Ford have reached a 4-year agreement Their previous contract was set to expire in April and right to work would take affect for anyone who does not have a contract or who is working under an extended contract, on March 28th. It was ratified by 95%. Now we, as a unit, need to get better at supporting our brothers and sisters at Royal Oak Ford. Even though it is a little out of our way, they are a part of Local 228 and deserve our loyalty and support. Diane stated that if any member or Committee has information they would like to share through Facebook, with the membership, all they have to do is to come to the Local and see any one of us Officers. We will gladly put information that is pertinent to this membership on our page. Recording Secretary Virelli stated that it was brought up that many of our members think we no longer have legal services as a benefit. The fact is, it is still a benefit up until December 2013. If you have a case that is still open in December 2013, it will be processed through until the issue is finished. FINANCIAL SECRETARY'S REPORT: Lisa Mayberry reported that DFM, our cleaning company in Sterling, has also ratified a contract and that she, along with the Officers, are close to being done negotiating the contract for OPEIU, who is the bargaining rep for our bookkeeper and our maintenance man. Lisa reported that the IUAW audit went very well. In fact, we were complimented on our diligence on cutting costs. We were offered a few suggestions to work even more efficiently. Financial Secretary Lisa Mayberry reported that the Finance Committee met and has come up with a plan to pay off this building a little early. Lisa ended her report by stating that the financial statement for February has been presented and she would take any questions. Committee Reports: Community Service and Womens: Saunja Jenkins reported that the Community Service Committee still has some pizza and pop tickets available to support a great cause at the Dave Dooley Bowling Event. Also there are only a few shirts in limited sizes, so make sure you get one today. Saunja stated that she is accepting a “bottle” for the wagon of cheer that will be raffled off. Saunja stated that she needs volunteers. And of course she thanked the tradesmen who donated and painted the wagon for the wagon of cheer. Education: Kim Webb reported that the scholarship packages are available at Local 228 for pick up. Also Region scholarship information packet is available for pick up at Local 228, or you can find the information on the web site. Kim reported that the Michigan School for Women workshop will be taking place soon and is for all workers to learn about the needs and challenges of all workers. Kim ended her report that on March 28th, the Day right to work takes effect, there will be rallies throughout the state. Just remember to wear red. Veterans Committee: sold 50/50 Joe Bartolotta made a motion to accept all reports. The motion was supported and passed. OLD BUISNESS: None NEW BUISNESS: None 50/50 was drawn. The winner of $130.00 was Natalie Flennoy. Congratulations Natalie. ADJOURNMENT: Matt Peterson made a motion to adjourn; the motion was supported and passed. The meeting was adjourned at 11:44 p.m. Respectfully submitted for your approval, Diane Virelli, Recording Secretary sUMMER 2013 GENERAL MEMBERSHIP APRIL 28, 2013 CALL TO ORDER: President Lorenzo Robinson called the meeting to order at 11:03. MOMENT OF PRAYER: Nalesha Carter led the membership in prayer. President Lorenzo Robinson read the names of UAW brothers who have lost their lives while on the job in 2012, in honor of Workers Memorial Day. There was a moment of silence. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge was recited. AGENDA: Tony Grillo made a motion to approve the March General Membership Meeting Minutes and the April Executive Board Meeting Minutes as presented. Also, to move the May General Membership Meeting up one week to May 19th, due to Memorial Day weekend. The motion was supported and passed. ROLL CALL: Recording Secretary Diane Virelli took Roll Call. PRESIDENTS REPORT: President Robinson started his report by reminding us that we all get complacent and comfortable in our surroundings in the workplace, but as we are so sadly reminded many workers lose their lives in plants around the world. Please work safe so you can return home to your family at the end of a work day. Lorenzo reported that today was “Spring Cleanup Day” here at the local. Lorenzo thanked Paul for spearheading the project and thanked Diane, John Bakalis, Connie Naples, and Phil Vasile for showing up and getting it done. President Robinson reported that our election dates have been set per Local 228 by-laws. Lorenzo stated that in previous elections, especially if there was an exemption made due to a convention, the elections were held earlier. We then would have the runoff a week after the election. Our bylaws state that we have a run-off two (2) weeks after an election. Lorenzo asked if the membership wanted to hold the run-off one (1) week after the election or two (2) weeks after the election. A motion was made by Al Doss to hold the run-off one (1) week after the election, which will be on June 11th. The motion received support and passed. Lorenzo reported that the Veterans Committee donated some of the supplies and toiletries to Mott High School who asked for donations to send to our soldiers in Afghanistan. President Robinson stated that the Community Service Dave Dooley Bowling Fundraiser raised over $ 10,000.00, to be donated to the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers of Michigan. President Robinson announced that the Retiree Chapter, along with all the east side locals, are having a Benefits Information meeting at Region 1 on May 16, 2013 starting at 10 a.m. There will be many of the providers there and IUAW benefit representatives there to answer any questions. Lorenzo announced that the Region 1 Bocce Ball league would be starting May 1st at 5 p.m. If you know someone who is interested, please contact Lorenzo Riveria at Region 1. Lorenzo reported that the Walk for Babies was held at Hines Park yesterday and he thanked everyone who showed up to represent Local 228. Lorenzo reminded the membership that the Julie Zuzga family was the UAW PAGE 11 H http://region1.uaw.org/local228 H Ambassador family this year. Lorenzo announced that so far, together with the Sterling Plant, we raised $8,374.00. President Robinson asked the membership if they are involved or know of anyone from the plant who is involved in charity work or volunteer in the community. He would like to know about them and what they do. The UAW would like to spotlight the work that UAW members do in their communities. On that note, Lorenzo reported that the “Community Angels” from Local 228 will be doing their first volunteer effort on May 18 in the Sterling Heights, “Take Pride and Shine” neighborhood clean-up day. President Robinson congratulated the first graduates from the Dale Carnegie Training that was held here at the local. Lorenzo stated that this is a 12-week commitment and he commends those who took the course and graduated. Lorenzo stated that this is an excellent course. Lorenzo announced that one of our members, Patrick Wagner, came to the board asking our support of his bike ride for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Lorenzo explained that this is a peddle bike ride that will start in Northern Michigan and will travel 300 miles down the west coastline. Patrick must raise at least $1,000.00 to enter the ride, but has set a goal of $2,500.00. Any of you who would like to donate please see any of the Officers, Mike Wagner or Patrick. Any support is appreciated. Lorenzo stated that he has solicited discounts for our members for Metro Family Fitness, Backus Car Wash and from J.R. Lube. Just mention that you are from UAW Local 228 and present your card and you will receive a discount. Lorenzo ended his report by taking any questions. Having none, he turned to the Bargaining Committee. BARGAINING COMMITTEE REPORT: Acting Chairman Sam Vultaggio reported that the plant population is at 1,688. 1,314 are production and 374 are skilled trades. Sam reported that he assigned George Dreske to the Workers Memorial Day remembrance. We have decided to do a cement pad under the flag pole and to have a plaque in remembrance of all lost Sterling employees. Sam announced that we have 10 apprentices going into the program on May 6th and this is great news for Sterling. This hasn’t happened in over 10 years. Sam reported that the company that does the testing for new employees will be visiting the Sterling Plant so they can revise the test to be more specific to the type of work we do. Sam stated that many of the test questions are not relevant to our location. Sam stated that they are doing this throughout the company. Acting Chairman Vultaggio reported that between now and shutdown, some of the projects that have been scheduled are the motorcycle canopies, the gantry in Department 3, and in Department 16 they are going to do some painting, get new lights and a general clean-up of the department. Departments 58 & 60 are scheduled to get a new floor. Sam reported that the Sterling Health and Safety team earned an award for the Health and Safety portion of the new hire training. Sam announced that the company reported $2.4 billion profits in the first quarter. Sam stated this is good news for all of us and it will reflect in our profit sharing! Sam also announced that this Bargaining Committee just negotiated and got 15 jobs for the Sterling Plant. VICE PRESIDENT'S REPORT: Vice-President Paul Torrente reported that the Solidarity Shirts have been selling and that we will be placing another order soon. Paul reported that the Scholarship Golf Outing sold out in 8 hours, which gave everyone an opportunity to purchase tickets. Paul stated that he will be starting a waiting list for any cancellations that we may get. Paul ended his report by thanking the volunteers who came out this morning and helped with the spring clean-up. our web site is ready... http://region1.uaw.org/local228 Visit the web site and let us know what you think. Everything you need to know about UAW Local 228. We will be updating this web site often and adding new events to the calendar as needed, so please check in often. RECORDING SECRETARY'S REPORT: Recording Secretary Diane Virelli reported that she received a picture cd from Marie Strussione, who takes pictures at the Dave Dooley Bowling Fundraiser. Marie makes copies for anyone who wants one and uses the money she makes to make a donation to the event the following year. This year, Marie and I decided to have it set to music so we contacted a retired member who volunteered to make it for us. The video has been posted to our web site and our Facebook group. Diane suggested that you take a look at it. Diane also thanked Paul Young for donating his time on this video. Recording Secretary Virelli reported that Royal Oak Ford has recently received the “Overall Service Satisfaction” trophy. Royal Oak Ford is also number one in the running to win the President’s Trophy, which is based solely on the Voice of the Customer. Congratulations to our brothers and sisters at Royal Oak Ford. FINANCIAL SECRETARY'S REPORT: Lisa Mayberry started her report by thanking everyone who participated in the Dave Dooley Bowling Fundraiser from the volunteers, to those who bowled or donated to the cause. The Community Service Committee along with the Women’s Committee extend their deepest gratitude. Lisa stated that we also need to extend a special “Thank You” to Saunja Jenkins, for the months of preparation and work that goes into this big of an event. Lisa stated that she is proud to announce that the event rose over $17,000.00 and after expenses, they were able to donate over $10,000.00 to Fallen and Wounded Soldiers of Michigan. Lisa ended her report by stating that the financial statements were in front of you and she would gladly take questions. At this time, the election for the Election Committee was held. The results are as follows: Elected – Joe Bartolotta, Chairman, Mike McConnel, Phil Vasile, Ken Weredick. Elected Alternates – Garnetta Ellis, Kerry Moore, Yvette Bonner, Rose Martino. Committee Reports: Recreation Committee sold 50/50 tickets. Tony Grillo made a motion to accept all reports. The motion was supported and passed. OLD BUSINESS: Al Doss asked if the penalty that we paid but contested from January’s financial statement with regards to the 990 form has been resolved yet. President Robinson stated that we have not heard from the state at this time and that these things do take some time. NEW BUSINESS: Womens Committee Chairwoman Saunja Jenkins: wanted to thank everyone for the participation in the bowling fundraiser, and that she could not do it without the help and cooperation of everyone involved. Julie Zuzga: thanked this membership for all of their help and support in the fundraising efforts for the March of Dimes. Julie stated that it was a privilege and an honor to serve as the UAW ambassador family this year. 50/50 ticket was drawn: Joe Genovese won $147.00. ADJOURNMENT: Tony Grillo made a motion to adjourn; the motion was supported and passed. The meeting was adjourned at 1:00. At this time, President Lorenzo Robinson introduced Mark Will and his staff from the Dale Carneigie Course, Jeff Kupiek and Hailey Yatros. The team explained the course and asked some of the attendees to say what they thought of the class, some of the members gave a testimonial. Mark Will stated that we will be having another class soon and that the details will follow. Respectfully submitted for your approval, Diane Virelli, Recording Secretary LOCAL 228 HALL RENTAL RATES Day non-memberlocal 228 members Friday 600.00425.00 Saturday 700.00525.00 Sunday 450.00275.00 Monday - Thursday400.00 225.00 Holiday rentals add $100 to the amount due for that rental day (example Friday, member $425 – non-member all holidays are $700, no matter what the day). Komer room $50 Members $60 Non-members $200 Deposit (non-alcohol) Members $500 Deposit (alcohol) Members $300 Deposit (non-alcohol) Non-members $750 Deposit (alcohol) Non-members The Local Hall is for rent for weddings, showers, parties, etc. at a reduced member rate. Please contact the Local for information on booking dates. H (586) 264-5100 weddings, showers, parties – REDUCED RATE FOR MEMBERS! PAGE 12 UAW LOCAL 228 FPSCI H http://region1.uaw.org/local228 H NEWS Sterling Ford Production System Continuous Improvement Team Dear Brothers & Sisters of Local 228, As you read this, training has begun for groups consisting of approximately (30) Team Leaders, Process Coaches and Senior Process Coaches. Training has been designed to ensure a more collaborative and participative working environment, whereas everyone understands the expectations and tasks associated with their role. The training is being spread out over a 9-week period (one 8-hour session per week) until completed. Some of the agenda topics include Team Leader roles and responsibilities, Ford Systems (training and computer lab exercises), A Day in the Life of a Team Leader and other job-related modules. Training is expected to continue throughout 2013 and beyond until all Team Leaders, Process Coaches and Senior Process Coaches have attended. A noteworthy point is that the training is being delivered and supported by members of Sterling’s salaried and UAW team which adheres to Ford Motor Company’s commitment to having “Leaders as Teachers.” You may remember that not too long ago a delegation from Sterling was sent to Europe to benchmark a work system that fosters more involvement and ownership from the resources to those making the parts on the shop floor. It is part of Ford’s “One Team/One Plan” goal for Continuous Improvement. As expected and not surprisingly, Sterling took what it learned overseas, molded it into something that will work for us and has begun to implement something called Maintenance Work Teams. These diverse teams of professional tradespeople focusing on and working more closely with production work teams open the door for limitless opportunity to improve. This form of employee engagement and our willingness to step up and lead has made Sterling the benchmark for others to learn from. We’ve become not only the benchmark, but we’re also proud to announce that Sterling Plant is leading every other plant in North America in the “One Ford” business model! This is something that we know we could not achieve without our membership’s embracement to change. As we move forward with changes, let us all be patient with each other and understand that change affects everyone differently. Let’s all work towards a healthy working environment. Meetings for RETIREE JULY & AUGUST Meeting Dates are cancelled. UAW Local 228 Have a Happy Union Hall and Safe Summer! 39209 Mound Rd., Sterling Heights from your Retiree E-Board All Meetings at 1:00 p.m. SUMMER 2013 Unions Make a Difference for Health Unions are an essential part of a strong democracy and play a crucial role in America’s public and community life. Not only do they give workers a voice on the job and help negotiate fair benefits and wages for their members, but they also use their political and economic resources to raise the floor for everyone who works for a living. Unions work to keep us healthy – Healthcare workers’ unions make clinics and hospitals safer, more efficient, and more responsive to patient needs. And the labor movement is out in front in the campaign for affordable, quality health care for all. Improve quality of patient care – Patients suffering heart attacks have a 5.5% greater chance of survival if their nurses are union members. Since Kaiser Permanente established its labor-management partnership, the integrated healthcare organization has experienced higher patient satisfaction and better performance. Enforce adequate hospital staffing levels – Studies show that surgical patients are more likely to die when nurse staffing levels are low, but higher nurse staffing is associated with shorter hospital stays and fewer patient complications. Nurses and their unions ensure higher staffing levels by bargaining for minimum staffing ratios and supporting nursepatient ratio legislation at the state and federal level. Keep patients safe by supporting prohibitions on mandatory overtime for healthcare professionals – Among nurses, long shifts and working overtime at the end of a shift coincide with an increased rate of errors, such as administering the wrong medication or dosage. Address the nation’s nursing shortage – The support and better working conditions that unions provide ensure that more trained nurses remain in the profession. Improve communication at hospitals and ease the process of implementing new hospital practices through labor-management committees. Lead the fight for quality, affordable healthcare for all – Unions educate voters, lobby Congress, and urge companies with union contracts to support affordable, quality health care. NEXT MeetingS will be held on SEPEMBER 18th OCTOBER 16th Doors Open: 11:30 a.m. Lunch at Zuccaro’s: 1:00 p.m. Submitted by Len Guminski, Chairman RETIREE EXECUTIVE BOARD: Lenny Guminski, Chairman Carl Malfitano, Vice-Chairman Bob gowatch, Financial Secretary Tony Ociepka, Recording Secretary Dante Gallucci, Sergeant-at-Arms John Wohlfeil, Guide Mattie Nailor, Trustee Jesse Carthen, Trustee Dick Meischeid, Trustee sUMMER 2013 UAW LOCAL 228 ESSP/ETAP REPRESENTATIVE PAGE 13 H http://region1.uaw.org/local228 H NEWS BENEFITNEWS UAW LOCAL 228 mike lisiecki, essp/etap Representative [email protected] Phone: 586-826-5195 Education News You still have time to submit your application for the William Clay Ford, Jr. scholarship. The deadline is July 15th and the student must be an undergraduate sophomore for the fall semester. The website is sms. Scholarshipamerica.Org/wcfordjr. Also, those intersted in tuition assistance (active employee) for the fall semester or pda (personal development classes) go to the website www. Myuawford.com to review the tuition assistance guidelines. Wellness Center News We received 2 new elipticals and one new stepper May 31st and we will also be getting 3 new treadmills, and are working on getting new carpet in the center, as well. This is your gym make sure to clean up after yourself and wear gym shoes in the center to keep it looking good as we get new equipment and update the gym. Also, if you’re having any issues with stress, financial, marrage or any other things that may be bringing you down, don’t hesitate to call the essp program. We are here to help and everything is 100% confidential. The program has helped many members with a number of issues. Have a great shut down and everyone be safe and enjoy your summer. In solidarity, Mike Lisiecki EXECUTIVE BOARD APRIL (continued from page 5) supporters. Lorenzo thanked everyone for their participation in any capacity! President Robinson reported that Sub Council will be meeting June 3rd-7th and that although it will be during our election, we will be attending. Lorenzo reported that we just celebrated our first Graduating Class from the Dale Carnegie Course, which was held here at Local 228. Lorenzo stated that there were 34 in this class, he is hoping for even more in future classes. Lorenzo stated that this is a very useful and interesting class and suggested that if you get the opportunity to take it, you should. . Lorenzo reported that he is working with the owners of a new fitness center, Metro Family Fitness, to try and get UAW Local 228 discounts. There will be more details to follow. Lorenzo stated that information will be posted as soon as it is finalized. Lorenzo ended his report by stating that the “Proud to Pay My Dues” buttons are here and that he will be giving them to the committeemen to hand out to each of the members in their districts. Bargaining Committee Reports: Bargaining Unit 1: Acting Chairman Sam Vultaggio reported that the plant population was 1,688; 374 are skilled trades and 1,314 are production. This Monday, the 15th, we had 17 transfers to Van Dyke. The trades facilities project manager, Chuck Nakonek, has been scheduling trades to clean closed departments and areas and putting in new cement so that as new work comes in, we are ready to have new machines installed quicker. Sam reported that the motorcycle canopies are scheduled to be installed in July. Department 3 will be getting a new gantry and in Department 16 the plan is to do a “clean up.” There will be new lights installed and the department will get painted. . Sam reported that the millwrights will be receiving a 13-day letter in two weeks. Sam stated that they looked at the schedule of work for trades and is trying to space things out so that they do not have to use any outside contractors. Acting Chairman Sam Vultaggio reported that in honor of Workers Memorial Day, on April 28th, we are going to have a plaque made and installed in the landscaping under the flag pole in front of the plant. Sam announced that the Sterling Plant received a second place award for Health and Safety for the training program for the new hires. Sam stated that the company is trying to not allow the use of any head sets and to not allow anyone to wear shorts. Sam stated that the union is pushing back but the company seems hell bent on these issues citing health and safety as the reason. Sam ended his report by stating that Sterling Plant will be getting people from the ACH plants who want to come to Sterling soon. They have surveyed PATTI PRZYBYLSKI, Uaw Benefit Representative Ford Sterling Plant Local 228 Phone: 586-826-5068 email: [email protected] Hello Brothers and Sisters, We have more and more new members added to our Sterling family every month, and I hope they all like their new home here at Sterling. New hires should have the NESC’s phone number for their health insurance questions and also for the wage work cards. If not it is 1-800-248-4444. Myfordbenefits.com is the web site that also has this information for all Ford employees. Wage work cards are like credit cards for medical expenses that Ford loads with money. Members receive $300.00 for single contracts and $600.00 for family contracts. New hires only. Unions are under attack, it seems, from everyone. You can help your the ACH plants and have 29 who want to come to Sterling. At this time acting Chairman Sam Vultaggio took questions about repainting parking srtipes on the Fab shop parking lot and also about more apprentices being put on. Bargaining Unit 3: Chairman Brian Carlsen reported that there are 34 members at Royal Oak Ford and that all is well. Brian encouraged everyone to come out to Royal Oak Ford and buy one of the many 2013 cars. Brian announced that Royal Oak Ford has received some awards recently for service. Bargaining Unit 5: Curtis Mann reported that there are 25 members from DFM and that all is well and they have no issues at this time. Retirees Report: Lenny Guminski reported that on May 16th, at 10:00am the 3 east side local’s will be at Region 1 for an informational meeting regarding retiree health care. Many of the providers will be in attendance to explain any changes to your coverage and will be available to answer any questions. Lenny reported that the retiree luncheon last month had a lower turnout than usual, but was still a great event. Chairman Guminski ended his report by stating all of us retirees just “Keep on Truckin!” Vice President's Report: Paul Torrente reported that you may have noticed that we polled the board more than usual this month and that is because of the International Auditor’s suggestion on how we purchase things. We polled the board for the “Solidarity” shirts and are asking everyone to wear these on Wednesdays. Paul announced that our Golf Outing tickets will be available to purchase starting at 7:00 a.m. on Monday April 22nd. The tickets are $100 each. . Paul stated that the Golf league starts on Monday also. This year, it is at Sunnybrook with our first tee time being at 3:00. The cost is $270, which includes your cart and a banquet at the end of the league. Paul reported that we will be walking for the March of Dimes at Hines Park this year. The reason is because our union meeting is the same day as the walk at Metro. If you want to make a donation, you can go to the March of Dimes web site and donate to the UAWlocal228/ Ford/team tanner. Recording Secretary Report: Recording Secretary Diane Virelli reported that the Bowling Fundraiser had the best turnout yet. Diane reported that there are a lot of nice pictures and they are posted on Facebook. Diane reported that she has signed up to walk for the March of dimes and hopes to see you all there. Financial Secretary Report: Financial Secretary Lisa Mayberry reported that our bookkeeper has been off so she is doing double duty and will have the financial statement available at the end of the day. Lisa thanked everyone for their help at the Dave Dooley event and announced that after all was said and done, we will be donating over $10,000.00. Financial Secretary Mayberry stated that we started making the larger payment on the mortgage last month and opened a new CD, which will be reflected on the next financial report. union help you by contributing to V-Cap. V-Cap is the political action fund made up of voluntary contributions from UAW members, retirees and their families. The money raised from V-Cap goes to support political candidates who are pro-worker. To sign up for V-Cap you can come to my office or if you are a retiree I can meet you at the Local. Please folks, give to V-Cap it is IMPORTANT. A couple of dollars a month won’t hurt any of us. Remember also that we are losing legal service this year. So if you need a will or service from the legal department, call soon so you don’t miss out. The number is 1-800-4825007. They will tell you which office is closest to you. Enjoy your summer and be safe. In Solidarity, Patti Przybylski A motion was made by Tony Grillo to accept all officers' reports. The motion was supported and passed. Old Business: Freddie Haynes II stated that the board tabled any action on the NAACP Freedom Fight dinner tickets while he sought direction from Region 1. Freddie stated that the Region has no preference in which chapter we participate with, so Freddie made a motion to direct the request to purchase tickets to the Civil and Human Rights Committee. The motion was supported and passed. New Business: Freddie Haynes II stated that we were directed by the International Auditor on how we need to handle all purchases or funds that our standing committees are involved in. Freddie stated that these are in place to be helpful and not punitive. President Robinson stated that he will put a call out to all of the standing committees and invite the trustees to explain the process and be sure that everyone understands and that we are in compliance. Julie Terenzi made a motion stating that because May’s General Membership Meeting would fall on the Memorial Day weekend, we need to schedule it a week early. The Board agreed that we will have our General membership meeting on May 19, and to stay in compliance with our bylaws, we will move the Executive Board Meeting up one week to May 14th.The motion was supported and passed. Paul Torrente announced that we will be doing our annual spring cleanup here at the local on the morning of this month’s union meeting, April 28th. We need volunteers to be here by 7:30 and will work until 10:30, at which time we will stop to prepare for the meeting. Paul stated that he will be contacting you via e-mail. Al Doss asked if the minutes reflect the dates that have been set for the election. Diane Virelli stated that the dates were chosen to be in compliance with our by-laws. Lisa Mayberry announced that the tradesmen that installed our hot water heater saved us $2,500.00. Lisa would like the local to send a formal thank you letter in acknowledgement. Paul Torrente stated that he has had a few inquiries about the vending machine and asked to lower the price to $850.00. The board approved. Motion to Adjourn: Tony Grillo made a motion to adjourn. The motion received support and passed. The meeting was adjourned at 3:48 p.m. Respectfully submitted for your approval, Diane Virelli, Recording Secretary Lorenzo Robinson........Present Paul Torrente................Present Diane Virelli..................Present Lisa Mayberry..............Present Angelo Sacino...................Exc. Al Doss........................Present Freddie Haynes III.........Present Mike Snead..................Present LaNeice Evans..................Exc. Sam Vultaggio............... Present Kenn Gafa..................... Present Gaspare Pipitone........... Present Brian Carlson................ Present Curtis Mann.................. Present Tony Grillo..................... Present Jermain Gardner........... Present Julie Terenzi.................. Present PAGE 14 SUMMER 2013 H http://region1.uaw.org/local228 H Know Your ATTORNEYS AT LAW 28225 MOUND RD. WARREN, MI 48092-3498 (Between 11 and 12 Mile Rd.) Phone: 586-751-3900 Fax: 586-751-7203 uaw local 228 district committee Committeeperson MANCINI OFFICE NUMBER x = phone number # = pager District Shift Al Strussione (586) 826-5178 1 Walt Harbus, Jr., Alternate Departments: 15, 18, 21, 22, 23, 33, 40, 43, 44, 48, 50, 59, 91, 92, 330, 331, 332, 340, 341, 342 2 Angelo Lupo x 66868 (586) 826-5176 2 Phil LaCommare, Alternate Departments: 6, 7, 8, 19, 61, 75, 83, 90, 96, 98, 231, 271, 277 2 Paul T. McCloskey Matt McCauley, Alternate All Skilled Trades, #2nd Shift 3 2 Tedd Dionne x 65190 (586) 826-5190 John Lia, Alternate Departments: 1, 2, 3, 5, 9, 16, 27, 28, 29, 41, 249, 523 Production only in: 2501, 2502, 2503, 2506, 2509 4 2 5 1 Charles Harris (586) 826-5768 6 Kim Webb, Alternate Departments: 1, 2, 3, 5, 15, 19, 22, 27, 28, 29, 33, 40, 43, 44, 72, 83, 92, 340 3 Rick Wilson (586) 826-5353 7 Steve Walgenbach, Alternate All #1 and #3 Shift Skilled Trades 6:30 p.m. - 2:30 a.m. (Monday-Thursday) 2:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. (Friday) 3 Ray Ziolkowski (586) 524-8625 (cell) Joe Bartolotta, Alternate Production in: 6, 7, 8, 9, 16, 18, 21, 50, 59, 75, 90, 91, 96, 249, 271, 277, 330, 523 #3 Shift Cleaners in: 2501, 2502 3 (586) 826-5177 Randy Williams (586) 826-5651 Donovan Jahn, Alternate Departments: All Production Employees #1 Shift CHARLES A. UAW Local 228 Reps 9 NOTE: Plant Committee to cover (Departments 380, 9800, 9801) Acting Plant Chairman Plant Committee & Alternate Sam Vultaggio Kenn Gafa Gaspare Pipitone (586) 826-5344 (586) 826-5343 Alt. Plant Committee (586) 826-5343 or (586) 826-5344 UAW LOCAL 228 appointees – With our 3.99% APR* loan rate on MOTORCYCLES, BOATS and RECREATIONAL VEHICLES. Let the good times begin! EMPLOYEE INVOLVEMENT Tim Skipinski 826-5646 Bill Tondreau 826-5050 Mike Wagner 826-5645 Rose Williams 826-5844 QUALITY REPRESENTATIVE Beverly Richardson 826-5297 HEALTH & SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE George Dreske 826-5023 Nick Dinatale 826-5170 BENEFITS REPRESENTATIVE Patti Przybylski 826-5068 ESSP REPRESENTATIVE Mike Lisiecki 826-5195 APPRENTICE REPRESENTATIVE Rich Dunford 826-5197 STANDARDS REPRESENTATIVE TBD 826-5184 39139 MOUND ROAD STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48310 586.264.1212 www.SVDCU.org *Annual percentage rate of 3.99% is the as low as rate. Actual rate based on term and credit. Promotional rate not to be combined with any other offer/promotion and is subject to change without notice. Offer expires 8/31/2013. STERLING VAN DYKE CREDIT UNION IS FEDERALLY INSURED BY NCUA. ERGO. REPRESENTATIVE Joe Desano 826-5356 FPS REPRESENTATIVE Dino Guido 826-5767 Phil Fales 826-5767 DEALER PANEL CONTACT Ted Dionne 826-5190 PAGE 15 SUMMER 2013 H http://region1.uaw.org/local228 H Annual Local 228 SUMMER PICNIC 12:00-5:00 p.m. Saturday, August 24th K of C Picnic Grounds 11541 21 Mile Road • Shelby, MI 48315 Located on the north side of 21 Mile Road (between Van Dyke & M-53 overpass) Food u Pop u Chips Ice Cream u Beer u DJ Music u Horseshoes u Kiddie Rides Local 228 Members and immediate family only. MEMBERS ONLY If you have a classic car and would like to show it, please bring it to the Local 228 Picnic on August 24th at the K of C Picnic Grounds on 21 Mile Road. We will have a roped off area for your classic car. Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd