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ATTENTION

KAISER STEELWORKERS

You must fill out and mail in your NLRB settlement option before June 1, 2008 to J.P. Morgan.  If you need help filling it out or if you have questions call the Union Hall at (509)924-2650.

 

UNION MEETING

The next Local 338 Union meetings will take place on May 13th at 7:20 a.m. - 3:20 p.m. - and 7:20 p.m.  New members who attend will receive a Steelworker T-shirt.  Popcorn and pop at every meeting. For more information contact the Union Hall at 924-2650.

IETCU

Did you know, the Inland Empire Trades Credit Union, located at 2004 North Hamilton is the only "All Union" Credit Union in Spokane.  For more information on how you can be a member and take advantage of some great benefits just for being a Steelworker, call     (509) 328-0325.

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SIGN UP FOR PAC TODAY AND GET IN THE FIGHT TO HELP SAVE MIDDLE CLASS AMERICA

U N I T Y  AND  S T R E N G T H  FOR  W O R K E R S       

 

LOCAL 338 LOCATED IN SPOKANE WASHINGTON IS AN AMALGAMATED UNION REPRESENTING FOUR SEPARATE BARGAINING UNITS: KAISER ALUMINUM'S---- PRODUCTION, MAINTENANCE, CLERICAL & TECHNICAL WORKERS,  KAISER ALUTEK WORKERS,  LB. FOSTER--- PRE-CAST AND RAIL ROAD TIE DIVISION WORKERS.  WE NUMBER MORE THAN 1000 PRIVATE SECTOR MEMBERS WHO WORK PRIMARILY IN MANUFACTURING INDUSTRIES WITHIN THE GREAT INLAND NORTHWEST

   Spokane's 19th Annual Worker's Memorial Day Ceremony

Al Link the oldest active member of the United Steelworkers Local 338 delivers a message to a crowd of 250 at the ceremony paying tribute to those who have died as a result of their occupations this past year.  Al also serves as  Secretary Treasurer of the Washington State AFL-CIO.

The April 26, ceremony took place at 11:00 a.m. sharp.  In the past year 84 workers across the State of Washington were killed on the job or died later as a result of a work related injury or illness.  In addition, 23 were killed in military service to our country.   Just one worker killed is one too many.  In the words of  Mother Jones,  "Mourn for the dead and fight like hell for the living".

                                     

2008 PAC Contest

If members of Local 338 match the 2007 PAC pledges of $665 in 2008, there will be another $10,000 drawing in April of 2009.  If we double the 2007 pledges for 2008, then $20,000 in cash will be given away.  In order to hold another drawing in 2009 we must at least match our 2007 contributions of $665.

 Matched  contributions in 2008 of $665   (Limit of one cash prize per member)

One first place prize of $6,000

          One second place prize of $3,000

          One third place prize of $1,000

 Doubled contributions in 2008 of $1,330   (Limit of one cash prize per member)

          Two first place prizes of $6,000

Two second place prizes of $3,000

Two third place prizes of $1,00

New Pledges:

Enrolling in PAC is easy.  To enroll in PAC and enter the 2009 drawing you must sign up and contribute a minimum of $1 per week.  All contributions are made through automatic payroll deduction using a PAC pledge card.  Pledge cards are available at the Union Hall or from any Grievance Representative.

 Already Enrolled?

If you were enrolled in PAC in 2007 and are currently contributing a minimum of $1.00 per week you don't need to do anything and are automatically eligible for the drawing in 2009.

 What are my chances of winning?

Your odds of winning are good.  By pledging $1 per week you have one chance of winning a cash prize.  $2 per week gives you two chances to win, $3 per week three chances etc.

 Can I increase my current pledge? 

Yes you can, if you would like to increase your current pledge, you can do so by filling out a new PAC pledge card with the new amount you want to donate.  Be sure to write CHANGE in bold letters at the top of the pledge card.

 Is there an entry deadline?

 Yes.  In order to be eligible for one of the cash prizes in April of 2009, new PAC pledges must be received at the Local Union Office, 14015 E. Trent on or before 4:00 p.m. May 30, 2008.

 Special bonus incentive

Any active member in good standing with Local 338 who solicits the most new PAC dollars from fellow members before May 30, 2008 will receive a cash award of $250.  Be sure your signature is clear and legible as a witness at the bottom of the PAC pledge cards so that you will receive credit.

 PLEDGE TO OUR MEMBERS:

PAC stands for Political Action Committee.  Our local PAC is non-partisan and does not support any particular political party.  Local PAC contributions will only be used to support labor friendly candidates and initiatives.  The Local Union's PAC contributions will not be used for non-labor issues. Local 338 has an appointed PAC committee which has been entrusted with the responsibility and authority to recommend how local PAC dollars will be spent.   

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 It's more than just a drawing for a prize.  When the 2008 contest is over, your PAC dollars will keep on working for labor, 7-days a week, 365 days a year.  The United Steelworkers works hard to negotiate the best wages, benefits, and working conditions possible for its members.  But many times that just isn't enough.......Anti-worker legislation and anti-worker politicians can undermine and erode what gains we've made in between contract negotiations. Something to think about.........

 Many Union workers work long hours, and don't have time to help campaign for labor friendly candidates and legislation.  We know that Door belling, hand billing, petitioning, phone banking, and attending rallies takes time.  For those of you who don't have the time there is a way you can still help....... By donating just $1 per week to PAC, you can join others in supporting the political issues that are important to every Union member. 

It takes PAC dollars to support pro-labor candidates and legislation that can help repeal or reform NAFTA, CAFTA, and WTO.  These trade agreements have significantly harmed American workers.  It will take the support of labor to pass legislation that will stop cheap imports at our nation's borders that are made using slave and sweatshop labor.  American workers are unable to compete with products made under those conditions.  It will take laws requiring stricter standards to make sure that toxic imports don't reach American consumers.  Imported toys laden with toxic substances make thousands of our children sick each year.  Your PAC dollars will help pass laws forbidding these toxic imports.  Labor is fighting to make sure that quality affordable health care is available for all Americans.  Your PAC contribution will be used to help make that happen.  Every worker in America should have the basic right to organize and join a union without interference from their employer.  The Employee Free Choice Act was written to ensure that right.  Your PAC contributions will help make it a reality.  We are working to make sure that Unemployment Benefits and Workers Compensation are fully funded and that it continues to support working people not big business.  Your PAC will fight that fight.  Idaho's Right to Work laws have hurt Idaho's workers.  Your PAC contribution can help us repeal the Right to Work Law in Idaho.  For many years workers have paid into Social Security with the expectation that one day they can retire with some form of  a retirement benefit.  Your PAC dollars will continue the fight of keeping Social Security funded and available to an aging work force. These are only a few of the many reasons you should be a part of our Local PAC.  For additional questions or comments, please contact me at our Local office, 924-2650.

 In Solidarity,

Dan Wilson 

Local 338 PAC Chairman

 

 

    

 

 

 
         

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