September, 2005

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Safety Corner September/October 2005

Friday, September 2nd, 2005

When does a worker have the right to refuse dangerous work?

Safety is everyone’s job. We hear these little words of wisdom all the time, and do you know what; it’s true! What is true is the fact that each individual is solely responsible for their own safety and well – being, both on and off the job.

The finest, most stringent safety and health guidelines ever developed could be in force, but if you as an individual decide to ignore them, you not only put yourself in jeopardy but you also undermine the well – being of your fellow employees and Union members. Click to continue »

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International Human Rights Day December 10, 2005

Thursday, September 1st, 2005

We are asking union members to heat up the fight to restore workers freedom to form unions in America on December 10th. International Human Rights Day, workers, their unions and allies will hold events nationwide to highlight a human rights and economic crisis: Workers have lost the freedom to form unions and bargain collectively in America. Watch for more information on how you can take part in upcoming December 10th actions at www.aflcio.org or contact Scott Reynolds at sreynold@aflcio.org.

INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS DAY DEC. 10, 2005 NATIONWIDE MOBILIZATION

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Aerospace Machinists on Strike at Boeing

Thursday, September 1st, 2005

Dear Clay Bowlby, by now, you are aware that our membership is on strike against the Boeing Company. While the Machinists Union members are on the line, the strike has implications far beyond the gates of Boeing. This is not about economics, but about fighting the corporate strategy we have all been battling each day. This was an attempt by Boeing to break our workforce. Click to continue »

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CWA’s 67th Annual Convention Held in Chicago August 29,30,31

Thursday, September 1st, 2005

By Kevin Lathrop, Executive Board Member

I had the great honor to represent the Officers and Members as a delegate to the 67th International CWA Convention in Chicago at the end of August. There were over 2,500 delegates seated to witness the retirement of Morty Bahr as only the 3rd President in CWA history. I also participated in the election of new officers where Larry Cohen was elected as President. Jeff Rechenbach was elected as Executive VP, and Barbara Easterling was re-elected as Secretary Treasurer, along with new District VP’s. Then, it was on to the business of the Union which was real different than we do it at the local level. There was much more use of Robert’s Rules of Order. Click to continue »

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Newsletter Editor Opening Available

Thursday, September 1st, 2005

We are looking for an interested person, or parties who are looking for a challenging new assignment. We are currently publishing our newsletter bi-monthly. We would entertain any inquiries from interested parties. Requirements would include good computer skills, ability to type, spell, punctuate, proof read, and lay out of miscellaneous programs and software. This would include clip art and photography as well. Click to continue »

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Open Enrollment Coming Soon

Thursday, September 1st, 2005

Annual Open Enrollment: This applies to all Qwest Employees: you will be offered the opportunity to make changes to your Health and Life benefits during the last quarter of each year. Any changes to your benefit elections will have an effective date of January 1 in the next calendar year. Click to continue »

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General Disability Information/Guidelines for Qwest

Thursday, September 1st, 2005

Employees must comply with the following to be eligible for disability. Click to continue »

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Election Nomination Meeting Sept. 27, 6:00 p.m.

Thursday, September 1st, 2005

Local 7804 will hold our nomination meeting for officers for the next 3 year term. Officers include, President, Vice President, Secretary Treasurer and 6 Executive Board postions. As per Local Bylaws, Local Officers shall be nominated at the regular or special meeting in the month of September. Nominations may be made by one of three alternate methods listed below. Click to continue »

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Qwest Contract Ratification Vote due 9-26-05

Thursday, September 1st, 2005

The officers and E-Board of this local has recommended a yes vote on the tentative agreement with Qwest. It was not a perfect agreement, but considering most circumstances, the best deal our bargaining committee could attain at this time. Click to continue »

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PRESIDENT’S CORNER

Thursday, September 1st, 2005

The summer is already over; it seems that I wrote a letter with that introduction just the other day. In reality the summer has been extremely busy for the officers and Executive Board of this local. The District 7 meeting and Cannon Beach Meeting in June were as always informative and of great value. The convention in August as always was required attendance for the local although I wonder if we didn’t make a mistake in not going to the tri annual meeting format that was recommended. Click to continue »

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