Any operator working for a BCA contractor must start at 8am as per the contract. We have filed a grievance for all hours that have been worked that should have been a double time hour. Please pass the word to all job sites. Thanks, Brother McCourt

Hats off to brother Fred McCourt for all his hard work. I would also like to commend brother Tom Moore, their are many ways to get involved regarding PAC 's and Its very easy to get in touch with your local legislator to make sure Labor and working families are not only important to you but to the politicians who represent your towns, states and country. Stay involved. Regarding Brother McCourt reaching out to find who Worked during lockout? Don't feel wrong? These people did your job while we stood our ground to make a stance for our families future . Stay strong and continue to support your union, your family and your community and faith. Stay United and continue to make a difference. Signed Brother Brian Link

It was brought to my attention this week that some of the companies want our men and women to fill out progress reports on the jobs that they are working on. You are not to fill these out unless you have heard from the hall. This is a non-card carrying super's job and if they don't have enough supers that is not our problem. They didn't have a problem finding supers to do(try) our jobs during the LOCKOUT, so let them do their job and we will do ours.

Brothers and Sisters, We are starting to draw up charges on the people who worked during the LOCKOUT!!! If you know of anyone who did work during the LOCKOUT please notify the hall. If you want to keep it confidential, please call me at 732-558-1779 and just lead us in the right direction. Thanks, Freddie 

Brothers and Sisters, Anyone who works or who has worked at 100 Center St in Manhattan for Schindler must fill out a accident report and get a Workman's comp number. The building had asbestos and you might have been exposed to the material. Please contact Schindlers office and notify them that you need a report made out. If you have any problems, please contact me at 732-558-1779. 

Here is a pat on the back for BROTHER MOORE. This Brother is earning his money everyday.  He has put the Non-Union (scum) on notice and he follows through on every mission he starts. For you people out there who don't realize the Non-Union threat is for REAL, WAKE  UP!!! Thanks Brother and please keep up the great work. It does not go unnoticed.

Click here to print :  PAC Authorization Card

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Who speaks for the New York union plumber?

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Every day, decisions are made in Washington DC, Albany, and City Hall which affect the lives of Plumbers Local 1 members. New bills are continually introduced before Congress, the State Assembly, and the City Council that can have a major impact on important workplace issues and many of our most basic rights as employees.

The halls of the State Assembly, and the City Council are filled with lobbyists and representatives of Big Real Estate, and Big Business, eager to put forth their views on the latest legislation. But do you ever wonder who is there to speak on behalf of our members? Who protects the interests of the New York union member?

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The Role of Political Action Committees

Dear Brothers & Sisters: I'm not  trying to reinvent the wheel, lets fine something that is working for another Building Trades union and take the best of it for our union' use. We can't get our signatories to do a PAC fund check off so we will have to do good old fashion fundraisers.

Work Safe and take care of each other.

Brother Tom Moore Tmlocalone@aol.com _____________________________________________________________

Political Action Committees (PACs) have come under a lot of fire in the media and are frequently cited as an example of why we need campaign finance reform in the United States.

While our way of financing politics may not be ideal, PACs are not the problem. The truth is that under our current system, political action committees offer one of the few ways that union members can come together to make a significant impact on the political process.

Democracy in America is based on the premise that every individual can have a voice in the actions of government. In fact, the founders and greatest thinkers of our country have always insisted that for democracy to work, it must necessarily include the involvement of individual citizens.

But how do individuals like you make an impact? One way, of course, is by exercising your right to vote. Another way is through grassroots involvement on particular issues you care about. Finally, there is the issue of putting your financial support behind the candidates who you agree with.

We all know that money is part of the mechanics of our political system. The days of street corner or Union Square campaign speeches are gone. Today, politicians running for office find they must have access to the sophisticated and expensive tools of the media (TV, radio, advertising, etc.) to get their message across to the public and to get elected. This is the reality of the modern political era.

Without organizations like Plumbers Local 1 being able to set up funds which collectively represent the support of many individuals, only the very wealthy interests in our city and state could afford to make significant campaign contributions. Our elected leaders would only reflect the interests of the rich and powerful. The union worker, the middle class backbone of our city, would be forgotten.

So, Plumbers Local 1 has set up the Local 1 PAC Fund to assist in our political and legislative activities and to help give our members a voice in the political process. This fund does not come from union dues. This fund only exists through contributions made specifically for the purpose of political activity. This money, contributed freely by Local 1 members, goes to help elect candidates who support our views and will listen and consider our interests when the need arises.

For more information about the Local 1 PAC Fund,

contact the Officers of Plumbers Local 1 at (718-738-7500)

Click here to print :  PAC Authorization Card

 

http://wcbstv.com/shame/local_story_293173810.html

Brothers & Sisters:  Click on the above link for a story about three elevators that were installed by START elevator.

We have a very good case against them for non payment of the Prevailing Wage on this job.

When will the many different goverment agencies learn to use good union labor? Do it  right the first time.

Work Safe.

Brother Moore

tmlocalone@aol.com

(© MMV, CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.)

were all working?check that!

To reprint an excerpt from Lee Pirones October 2005 article.

   It is nice to see that we are all working but the labor fight is not over. There are 2 smaller IUEC Locals that have been on strike since February 17th, 2005 . Local 102 Winnipeg, Manitoba and Local 125A, Newfoundland are striking Otis and Kone. This strike has put a very serious hardship on the members of these unions. We wanted to let them know that we feel for them and they are not alone. We ask all our Local One Brothers ans Sisters to help these fellow Unions please send support to ( IUEC Local 102, 1794 St. Matthews Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3HOA5) and (IUEC Local 125A , 14 McQuade Lake Crescent, Ste. 205, Halifax , NS B3S1B60. Thank You for your solidarity and never forget!

  Well as of Today October 28th these members are still on strike . We are talking a small group . 22 members are out from Local 102, and 6 members are out from 125A. From what I have heard Its all about money "always is" . What I find challenging FOR US HERE IN LOCAL 1 WE ARE A large UNION. We could make a tremendous impact for these fellow brothers and/or sisters? We have close to 3000 members? IF EVERYONE DONATED even 5 dollars? @ 3000 members = 15000 $ and divide that by 28 unemployed members=  thats 535 dollars per member!!!!!! I challenge everyone here in Local 1 and across the country and Canada , be a giver not a taker and help these brothers make a stand and most of HELP THEIR FAMILIES! Stop the its not happening to me attitude. Get involved.

  I also would like to thank Brother  Kevin Stringer of the IUEC for his time today explaining to me the situation in Canada , and never being to busy not  to get back to a concerned IUEC member. You have the reason , you have the addresses so send a check NO EXCUSES.

  Also on a personal note , I challenge all the nay sayers and people who aren't happy with their UNION? Get to a meeting and be part of YOUR UNION.

    Thanks for your time Brother Brian Link

Dear Brothers and Sisters:

Just a reminder that our Retiree Seminar will be held this Thursday, October 27th at the Hilton Hotel, 1335 Avenue of the Americas in NYC. We will be getting started at around 5:30 pm.

This Seminar is intended for all members, not just those close to retirement. It is never too early to learn aboutv our Pension Funds. We will have representatives from The National Elevator Industry Benefit Plans, Local One Annuity Fund and our 401(k) Fund on hand to provide presentations and be available to answer questions our membership might have. Family members are also welcome.

If you plan on attending and have not yet notified our Union, please call 718-767-7004 and have your name put on our list so we may provide the hotel with a headcount.

Please consider joining us on Thursday night. It will be a great learning opportunity for all of us.

In Solidarity,

Anthony J. Carudo

Secretary-Treasurer

Brother Tom Moore,

Articles like your post are what you want to have in hand when you are pushing your Elevator Lic. Safety Bill, these will be huge in your battle to show why I.U.E.C. members are they only people trained and skilled in this Dangerous trade.

Brother Mario Vic

I.U.E.C. Local 18

Retirement Party Friday Nov. 4th

5-9PM at Mercantile Grille 3rd Fl.

126 Pearl Street (212) 482-1221

cost: $50.00 per person

For: Jerry (Friendly Fire) Byrne
Luc (Huh – Huh) Verleysen
Dominic (Smart Dog) Lopicclo
Bob (O.T.) Berger
Trevor (Mon) Silverera
Vern (Missing Man) Koontz

Local 1 Working & Retired Members ONLY

Contact: Ray Haines (917) 232-1623

Work safe,

Brother Tom Moore

tmlocalone@aol.com

The union meeting was very informative. Our attorney was there and answered any questions asked of him during meeting. The Defense fund was brought up for the 2nd consecutive meeting by Business Agent Lenny Lagotte. Ray Hernandez informed us we will be getting information regarding the RULES of the defense fund , and what it will be used for. I personally feel its pretty simple? I believe Its should be  " Entirely" for all the members locked out or out on strike/ work stoppage. Also a situation was also brought up was the members, ( not strong ones) who still to date haven't paid their mandatory acessment? How embarassing?, we were told their union card would be taken away after 6 months in arrears" of not paying the accessment" These brothers didn't support the locked out brothers? I also was dissapointed to see the low turnout at the meeting? I would like to see the "small" fine enforced for not attending union meetings? I would like to see how the entire membership feels about issues facing our union. I am really getting tired of members complaining and asking What happened at the meeting?  It's sad to say these members NEVER attend the meetings, brothers and sisters its time to put up OR SHUT UP! Give up a night of OVERTIME? , we have approx 10 meetings? how about making half?

 I do appreciate the brothers and sisters that Do attend meetings! I do appreciate all the hard work our B. A. s and our President is doing. I really appreciate all the hard work our Shop Stewards do for us!!!! I will continue to be involved, educated and committed to make Local 1 a better place to work . Continue to check union cards, continue to work safe, PLEASE READ OUR NEW CONTRACT COVER TO COVER AND UNDERSTAND IT.

    In a perfect world we would have 100% attendance at all union meetings, I know this will  never happen? But how about we start as 1 member at a time look at the end of our own arms and ask yourself? What am I doing for this union? What am i doing for my brothers and sisters? And lastly to all those brother who chose Not to support YOUR union during the lockout? Your names our out there, Its always better late then NEVER!

  It is was It is , but Strong members and strong people just don't accept the way things are lets as a union try to make it better. Their will be a vote on the defense fund , I would really like to see a big turnout so our union is represented by the majority of its membership not a small %

  Thanks for your time . To the involved and interested members, I will see you at the next meeting Respectfully submitted Brother Brian Link 

In the year 2005.in a world still dominated by the male gender,at companys that hand women mops and brooms to clean out piss infested pits while the male gender gets  a meter to hand to  an adjuster may I remind a brother or 2 that many sisters passed the test also!!!. Happy halloween.