ELECTRICAL WORKERS
LOCAL UNION NO. 756
| Vol. 4 No. 5 | SEPTEMBER 1997 |
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EAST COAST EDITION
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EXCUSES - EXCUSES- EXCUSES!
| Vol. 4 No. 5 | SEPTEMBER 1997 |
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EXCUSES - EXCUSES- EXCUSES!
"I, Stephen R. Williams, in the presence of members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, promise and agree to conform to and abide by the Constitution and laws of the I.B.E.W. and its local unions. I will further the purposes for which the I.B.E.W. is instituted. I will bear true allegiance to it and will not sacrifice its interest in any manner."
I was tempted to list all of the ex-members who currently own and operate electrical contracting companies (some quite successfully) who received their education, training and skill from the IBEW and supporting signatory employers. My reasons would be simply that if you work for these businessmen be forewarned, "Trust not their word". However, I could not justify how a list would serve any positive purpose. Besides, they know who they are.
I have visited with a lot of newer members and they are living testimony that there are many intangibles associated with being a member. These brothers and sisters that have made the transition from being unrepresented to become union members have my greatest respect. They have felt the one-sidedness and self-servitude of employers like most of us have never imagined. One such member spoke to me about the benefits of collective bargaining, ie: health insurance, pension, livable wages, grievance procedures, etc., however, he said it was the little things that really struck him. He said if you are out watching a football game at a local pub, IBEW members would not hesitate to spring for a couple of beers for a sister or brother member. Nor would an IBEW member ever drive by a broken down vehicle with an IBEW logo attached to the rear window. These members recognize that union membership is much more than a referral hall or simply a place to get a job. Union membership is a way of life. It is about genuinely caring about your co-workers and their well-being, both on and off the job. I say all of this, knowing full well that we (the IBEW) have made our mistakes over the years in properly representing our membership. However, there has always been a conduit in place for the membership to make positive change in their local union. If that has not occurred, then, again I submit to you that it is based on excuses and not insurmountable reasons.
Stephen R. Williams
President
-- B. Graham --
SOAP BOX 97
Political: A CLC gives a much greater voice for all union people, not only in Tallahassee, but at local government levels.
Solidarity:
A greater union voice on key issues that concern all local unions.
The key, as in all things, is you the people.
The Volusia CLC needs your help to survive. Please attend and find out
what it's all about. Next meeting is October 30 at 6:30 p.m. at
the I.B.E.W. Union Hall. Guest speaker will be Frank Bruno, Chairman,
Democratic Exec. Council.
Your Union Brother,
Rich Hull, BC&T 103
Phillip and Susan Pelc
Tarek and Virginia Al-Birekdar
Daniel and Carole Rimart
are the proud parents of a daughter
Morgan Elizabeth Pelc - born July 27th
are the proud parents of a daughter
Ne'mat Rose Al-Birekdar - born August 30th
are the proud parents of a daughter
Danielle Nicole Rimart - born September 2nd
MEMBERS' CORNER
Wed., October 8th 5-8 P.M. - Blood Drawing
We have been having a very poor turn-out lately. This is very
embarrassing to this local, so the time has been changed to allow more
people time to donate this very precious gift of life. Remember, it is
better to give, than to receive.... Especially blood.
Wed.,October 8th at 8 PM. Union Meeting
Please check with the office regarding your beneficiaries. If you have
recently married, divorced or otherwise, chances are you have not changed
your beneficiary with us.
Continuing Education Courses available: For more information Click Here and then contact Holmes Davis, Training Director 756-2776.
ORGANIZING: Call Steve Williams 756-2756
Freddie J. Peacock - July 25th
Ronald T. Reed - July 25th
Roy C. Woodard - August 2nd
James P. Handley - August 24th
James C. Ridner - September 7th
They will surely be missed. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to their families.
VISION 2000
IT'S A FACT ! The growth in Florida is going to continue. The buildings will be built and the utilities and services will expand. It can be done by out of town contractors, paying sub-standard wages, or it can be done by local contractors working with us under a Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Such an agreement clearly states the duties and responsibilities of both labor and management. Those of us working under such an agreement are aware of our own responsibilities and are secure in knowing that our wage has been established. We don't have to "start all over" or "prove yourself" each time we go to a new job. We know that no matter which contractor we are working for, our benefits will always comeback to our insurance and pension plans.
These are important things to think about as we move closer to the year 2000. To insure that we all take part in the growth that is inevitable in our area, let those of us united under a Collective Bargaining Agreement, rededicate ourselves to the obligation that we all took. For those of you who are not, we invite you to join our ranks and work together to secure our share of the prosperity which will come with the future.
Most of the non-union contractors in our area were trained and enjoyed the benefits of working under a Collective Bargaining Agreement. They also took an oath and made an obligation. It apparently didn't mean anything to them. Do you feel secure in your future without a Collective Bargaining Agreement?
William T. Sweeney
Executive Board Member
IBEW Local Union 756
On July 1, 1997, Registered Apprenticeship in Florida was 50 years old. To commemorate this historic event, the state Apprenticeship Council and State of Florida had a 50th Anniversary Celebration in conjunction with the September Apprenticeship Council Meeting held in Orlando. Approximately 150 guests attended the banquet that evening. Keynote speaker, Doug Jamerson, Secretary, Department of Labor and Employment Security, commended and praised the apprenticeship industry for being the most successful training programs in Florida - Programs that place our young people into paying jobs with futures from the first day.
Meritorious service awards recognizing exemplary performance of apprenticeship were presented. These awards were presented to associates and individuals who performed their assigned duties and demonstrated loyal service contribution to the training of Florida's work force.
Our own Dominick J. (Rusty) Stellitano was a recipient of one of these awards. "Rusty's dedication and professionalism over the past 25 years helped to further the electrical industry in general and the Joint Apprenticeship Programs specifically, to continue the highest standards that it was instituted for." Those attending were Stephen Williams, IBEW Local Union 756, Tim Tarpley and Matt Wittwer of Olson Electric, Sharon Delgado from DBCC and myself, Holmes Davis, Daytona Beach Electrical JATC.
Holmes Davis
Training Director
DBEJATC
Use the following drawing to answer these questions based on the transformer feeder tap rule 240-21(d).
Tips, topics, suggestions, and criticisms are welcome.
Send your responses to:
The Side Cutter c/o IBEW L.U. 756
5901 Airport Road, Daytona Beach, FL 32124
Or E-mail: info@ibew756.com
Names will remain confidential upon request.
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