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5-3-12 Local Lodge 2448 on Strike - Clarion Sintered Metals more
3-20-12
1-20-12
Memberships of
LL1211 and LL1968 vote to Secure Jobs
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1-20-12
Further proof it pays to
belong
1-6-12 Congressman Jason Altmire receives MNPL Donation
more11-30-11 Passing of Grand Lodge Rep Stephen Miller more
11-30-11 District 98 Social - Honor Sister Nancy Stough-Miller and Guide Dogs Fund Raiser
more8-22-11 Congressman Mark Critz - receives MNPL Donation
more8-15-11 Retirees Celebrate for Social Security Birthday at Congressman Platts' Office
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6-29-11
Congressman Doyle - Receives MNPL Check more3-23-11 District Lodge 98 President Herman Hawkins Passed Away more
1-17-11 District Lodge 98 Officer Elections Results
more1-5-11 Mrs. Virginia Hawkins, Wife of District 98 President Herman Hawkins passed away more
1-5-11 Harley Davidson Retirees Pension tax info
more11-21-10 A 3rd - First Contract Ratified by District Lodge 98 within a month more
11-15-10 TWO NEW FIRST CONTRACTS RATIFIED
more9-23-10 Congressman Mark Critz Receives check from MNPL
more7-26-10 Congressman Mark Critz presented with check from MNPL
6-4-2010 Bench in Memory of Thomas E. Boger - Donated by District 98 Retiree Action Group
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5-3-12 Local Lodge 2448 on Strike - Clarion Sintered Metals
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The Members of Local Lodge 2448 employed by Clarion Sintered Metals in Ridgway, PA., have been on strike since April 30, 2012. The main issues involve equal percentage wage increases and a better pension for all. The Company has offered skilled members 3% and the unskilled 2%. Union members showed up for a Rally at the picket line wearing Black during the morning shift change when the scabs and Company salaried employees were arriving for work. Submitted by: District Lodge 98 Business Representative Bob Miller.
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The seminar was a success . The response was enthusiastic with 34 members attending from Local Lodges 52, 1060, 1211, 1671, 1842, 1968, 2430 and 2439. These locals are from Pittsburgh to Erie and as far East as Emilton and Butler. The locals are represented by Timothy Buck ADBR, Todd Fichera BR, and Robert Miller BR. The seminar was held on March 17, 2012 from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm.
District 98 staff would like to thank Eastern Territory Education Representative Donna Perinetti - her expertise, knowledge, wisdom and input provided much appreciated education to all that attended. Sister Perinetti is truly an asset. The staff would also like to thank everyone for attending, and Local Lodge 1842 for the use of their Hall.
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Submitted by Timothy P. Buck, Asst. Directing Business Representative IAMAW District Lodge 98
1-20-12 Memberships of LL1211 and LL1968 vote to Secure Jobs
Members of Local lodge 1211 which represent 240 IAMAW members and Local lodge 1968 which represent 24 IAMAW working at Lord Corporation in Erie, Pa ratify four (4) year extension on their current collective bargaining agreements that was to expire January 10, 2014.
Lord Corporation which is a Global recognized company that manufactures Aerospace , for the military and commercial industry, electrical, and mechanical . Lord is the second largest employer in Erie.
The Erie facility is the largest employer and only union shop of Lord Corp, that is represented By Timothy P. Buck Assistant Directing Business Representative of District 98.
The company contacted the union representatives in September of 2011 that the 90,000. Square foot facility that has been in Erie for 70 plus years is not large enough to continue there .
The company requested to meet and negotiate economics and an extension of the current agreement as a commitment from the union for stability while they were looking to achieve a one million square foot facility in Erie.
This would be a committed investment from the company of investing sixty to one hundred million dollars. In purchase, renovations and upgrading machinery at a new facility which was a previous manufacturing site in Summit township.
There were many local politicians and state wide politicians that were involved, up to the governor’s office that supported the retention of these jobs in Pennsylvania, as well as company CEOs from Lord .
The skilled memberships from the locals surely were a key factor in retaining the facility. Which according to the company will grow with the possibility of 100 additional jobs.
The Local lodge 1968 contract was ratified on November 13, 2011.
Local lodge 1211 rejected the first proposal on November 13, 2011, on December 5, 2011 they voted on and ratified a four (4) year agreement that would be in effect until January 10, 2018.
Changes include:
3% wage increase each year
Health care improvements while no increase on the memberships agreement percentage
Dental improvements
A $4.00 Increases in the pension multiplier
Increase of ½ day personal day. to 3 ½ days each year
Increase 25 more members from second tier level to first tier would be to 200 members in LL1211
LL1968 increase additional equity increases $.10 per hr each year.
The locals' negotiating teams were instrumental in securing the ratified agreements for their memberships.
Congratulations!
Submitted by
Timothy P. Buck
Asst. Directing Business Representative
IAMAW District Lodge 98
1-20-12 Further proof it pays to belong
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The grievance committee of Local Lodge 2171 and District Lodge 98 Business Representative Robert Miller settled a grievance on behalf of Barry Hostetler a member L.L. 2171. Mr. Hostetler had been unjustly suspended from his job by his employer Lockheed Martin Aeroparts, Inc. in Johnstown Pa. on October 6th, 2009. The settlement called for Mr. Hostetler to be returned to work in August of 2011 with all seniority rights. Mr. Hostetler received $71,000.00 in back pay. He also received all of other benefits under the contract including accrued flex time which amounted to 183.48 hours. Mr. Hostetler is further proof that it pays to belong. Congratulations to the Committee from L.L. 2171 and BR Miller for a job well done!
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LL 2171 Committee members L-R John Belinda, Gene Nichols and Tim Williamson |
1-6-12
Congressman Jason Altmire receives MNPL Donation
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members Todd Fichera, Bill Hollowood, and John Workmeister presenting
Congressman Jason Altmire with a MNPL campaign contribution. Congressman
Altmire recently voted with labor on all three free trade agreements. With
Congress constantly trying to hurt middle class America it is vital that we
support our congressman that support us. Submitted by: Todd R. Fichera, Business Representative IAMAW District Lodge 98 Please note that MNPL donations are NOT from DUES dollars, they are paid from voluntary donations from our members. If you are interested in learning more about the MNPL and/or how to donate you should talk to your Local Lodge officers or your Business Representative; or Click here for more info on the MNPL
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11-30-11 Passing of Grand Lodge Rep Stephen Miller
It is with great sadness we report the passing of Brother Stephen Miller, GLR from the Eastern Territory. Brother Steve Miller started his career with District Lodge 98 our District Lodge Organizer in 1989. Brother Miller became a Special Representative with the Eastern Territory on September 1, 1991. Prior to joining District 98 he worked for Fuller Company in Manheim, Pa and was a member of Local Lodge 1778.
Please keep Steve and his entire family in your thoughts and prayers.
The arrangements are as follows:
Services:
Saturday December 3, 2011 at 11:00am
St. Matthew Espiscopal Church
14 Church Street
Moravia, NY 13118
315-497-1171
Messages of condolences sent to:
624 W. Groton Road
Groton, NY 13673
11-30-11 District 98 Social - Honor Sister Nancy Stough-Miller and Guide Dogs Fund Raiser
District Lodge 98 held is Social on Saturday November 19, 2011
Sister Nancy Stough-Miller, Local Lodge 175 retiree, was honored by District 98 for her service to the union and the community. Click here for the Social booklet with details of Sister Nancy Miller's volunteer work.
The Social was also a fund raiser for Guide Dogs of America. The proceeds from the Social will be donated to the Guide Dogs of America. Many prizes were given out during the event.
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8-22-11 Congressman Mark Critz - receives MNPL Donation
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Mark Critz receives $5,000 MNPL check from Business Representative Bob
Miller.
Shown from left to right, L.L. 2171 President Terry Lauper, Business Rep - Bob Miller, Congressman Critz, L.L. 2171 Conductor/Sentinel Phil DeMarco and Communicator Kevin Lehman. |
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8-15-11
Retirees Celebrate for Social Security Birthday at Congressman Platts' Office
District Lodge 98 Retirees Action Group along with - UAW Local 1872 Retirees, York Adams County Central Labor Council, and Pennsylvania Alliance of Retired Americans organized a birthday rally in front of US Congressman Todd Platts 19th Congressional District office, to celebrate the 76 anniversary of Social Security. There were about twenty-five (25) demonstrators from all the above mentioned unions plus retirees/members from the United Steel Workers, AFSCME, Teamsters. and CWA.
They sent the message do not cut Social Security and Medicare benefits for today's retirees or for our future generations. Do NOT Privatize Social Security! We had a birthday cake which was shared with the demonstrators and congressman's Platts' staff.
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6-29-11 Congressman Doyle - Receives MNPL Check
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Representative Todd R. Fichera presenting a MNPL check to Congressman
Mike Doyle.
BR Fichera discussed with Congressman Doyle the three Free Trade Agreement bills that are currently in front of Congress. Congressman Doyle assured BR Fichera that he is against all three and is working for ways to bring jobs to the U.S. not send them overseas. Submitted by: Todd R. Fichera Business Representative IAMAW District Lodge 98
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3-23 &24-11 District Lodge 98 President Herman Hawkins Passed Away
District Lodge 98 President Herman Hawkins passed away on Thursday, March 17, 2011. Brother Hawkins has been District 98 President for several years, and was just reelected to another four (4) year term. He was also the current president of his Local Lodge 243, a position he held for many years. President Hawkins' has served as a delegate to the Pennsylvania State Council of Machinists, Machinists Union Grand Lodge Conventions, District Lodge 98 delegate for over 40 years, Delegate to the York Adams County Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO. President Hawkins served as a judge for the York-Adams County Central Labor Council Labor Day Parade. He also served his church and the community in numerous capacities over the years.
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Brother Hawkins will
be sadly missed by the Labor Movement.
The Officers, Staff, Delegates and members of District Lodge 98 send our condolences to Brother Hawkins family and friends. |
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The funeral and viewing is scheduled for Saturday, March 26 at the Bible tabernacle Christian Center, 361 S. Pine St. York, PA 17401 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and a Celebration of Life service will follow at 11 a.m. His Obituary can be read at http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/york/obituary.aspx?n=herman-l-hawkins&pid=149599566 . Boulding Mortuary, Inc., York is in charge of arrangements http://www.bouldingmortuaryinc.com/.
1-17-11 District Lodge 98 Officer Elections Results
District Lodge 98 Delegates Election of District Officers was held on Saturday, January 15, 2011. President Herman Hawkins and Sect. Treasurer Ron Shirey reelected to another four year term.
click here for the complete list of 2011-2015 officers.
Congratulations to all the newly elected officers.
It is with great sadness
that we report the death of Mrs. Virginia (Ginny) Hawkins, wife of Herman
Hawkins,
President of District Lodge 98 and Local Lodge 243.
Click or (copy and paste) on the link for her obituary
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/york/obituary.aspx?n=virginia-hawkins&pid=1476066521-5-11
Mrs. Virginia Hawkins, Wife of District 98 President Herman Hawkins passed away.
1-5-11
Harley Davidson Retirees
Pension tax info
Harley Retiree's, due to the recent change in tax laws you may see an increase in deductions from your pension check. If you have questions or wish to request a form to change your deduction please call 1-800-342-2265. If you have requested a flat rate or 0 deduction you will not see a change. Note this phone number only apply's to Harley-Davidson retirees.
If you are receiving a pension from another company pension contact your company or plan administrator.
11-21-10 A 3rd - First Contract Ratified in District Lodge 98 in the last month.
We have ratified First contract today 11-20-10 The company is Consolidated Container. The 37 new members ratified this contract today in Franklin. To which they will become members of Local Lodge 1842
This group was certified November 25,2008. After a long hard continuing battle with the company we succeeded today in obtaining a union contract for these new members.
The committee and members held strong During this two year battle .
A Special thanks to Eastern Territory, District 98, Local Lodge1842 Negotiating committee members Mike Kapp, Chuck Belan, Shawn Cralley, and ADBR Timothy P. Buck.
Submitted by Timothy P. Buck ADBR
District Lodge 98 welcomes these new members and thanks to DBR Tom Santone, ADBR Timothy Buck and the in-plant committee for another GREAT JOB!
This is District 98's third FIRST union contract in the last month.
11-15-10 TWO NEW FIRST CONTRACTS RATIFIED
District Lodge 98 Organized Two new Employers and the members ratified their First Contracts.
Employees of I Auman in Lebanon, Pa ratified their first contract. There are 35 new members at I Auman.
Employees of syncreon in York, PA ratified their first contract. syncreon currently employees 72 union members, with plans to hire more.
District Lodge 98 IAM says CONGRATULATIONS and WELCOME to all the employees of these two (2) newly unionized shops.
CONGRATULATIONS and THANKS to DBR Tom Santone and BR Randy Jones for their work in bringing these new members into our union family.
9-23-10 Congressman Mark Critz Receives check from MNPL
| District Lodge 98 Business Representative Bob Miller and Tim Williamson LL 2171 Committee Chair presented a check for $5,000 from the Machinists Non-Partisan Political League (MNPL) to Congressman Mark Critz, 12th Congressional District, on Monday, September 20, 2010. |
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Shown in photo left to right Tim Williamson, Congressmen Critz, BR Bob Miller
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7-26-10 Congressman Mark Critz presented with check from MNPL
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Union presents Congressman Mark Critz (D. 12 Congressional District) with a
$5,000 check from the Machinists Non-Partisan Political League (MNPL)
congressman Critz was elected in a special election in May to replace former
Congressman Murtha who passed away earlier this year. The presentation was
made at the Congressman's headquarters in Johnstown, PA. He sat down with us
and listened to our concerns for about 45 minutes. I believe he is behind
our issues and someone we can count on in the House. Individuals pictured and their positions are (from left to right) Pete Mathieu - Pa. State Council of Machinists Financial Secretary; Tim Williamson - Chairman of L.L.2171 shop committee; Jeff Klucik - L.L. 2171 F.S.; Robert Miller- BR District Lodge 98 & Public Relations Director for the Pa. State Council of Machinists; Congressman Critz; Terry Lauper - L.L.2171 President; John Belinda - L.L. 2171 shop committeeman. Submitted by Bob Miller, BR District Lodge 98 MNPL donations are NOT DUES dollars, they are paid from voluntary donations from our members. If you are interested in learning more about the MNPL and/or how to donate you should talk to your Local Lodge officers or your Business Representative; or Click here for more info on the MNPL
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6-4-2010 Bench in Memory of Thomas E. Boger - Donated by District 98 Retiree Action Group
The District Lodge 98 Retiree Action Group dedicated a Bench in Memory of Thomas E. Boger at their May 18, 2010 Retiree meeting York, PA.
Toms' wife Linda Boger and daughter Jennifer were present for the dedication ceremony.
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President; Ruth Gross - Recording Secretary;
Standing: George Poulin - Retired GVP and retiree advisor; Linda Boger; Clark Ruppert - VP Retiree Group; Tom Santone - DBR - District 98; Jennifer Boger. |
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