President’s Report by Don Southwell
March 16, 2004
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Pagers and Cell Phones It has been brought to our attention and discussed at the Executive Board for the membership to please turn off their pagers and cell phones during union meetings, (or change to vibrate). Your cooperation in this matter will be very much appreciated. Election Committee At this time there is an opening for an Alternate Election Committee member for third shift. Joint Training Fund Expenditures’ Audit Our Joint Auditors stated our books balanced with the corporate general ledger and there were no improprieties in spending. "All records are in order, and everything is according to funding guidelines." Planned Maintenance Audit We scored 1388.76 points out of a possible 1500. Two years ago we scored 1314 points. This re-certified the plant for Phase 2, and helps toward the 1450 needed for Phase 3. Grand Rapids Mayor’s Environmental Advisory Committee Mayor Heartwell has formed an Environmental Advisory Committee and has asked our Local to send representatives to monthly meetings to share their input. It was decided that Mike Walker, Co-Chair of the Conservation Committee, and myself would attend these meetings. V-CAP Check Off Through our V-CAP Check Off Drive, an additional $6000 has been raised. Thank you for your help. Region 1D Skilled Trades Conference This conference was held Saturday, February 28, at the Region 1D Headquarters. Larry Givens was elected Chairperson of the Region 1D Skilled Trades Council. Also, Rich Gizelak from the Skilled Trades’ Department passed away from a heart attack at the conference.
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Summary of Upcoming Events (Additional info at the hall and on bulletin boards.) March 19: Veterans’ Job Fair March 23: R1D Leadership Class March 28: American Jobs Rally March 29: Sub Councils April 15: 730 Scholarship Announced April 19: Nominations Open April 24: Concealed Pistol Class April 26: Nominations Close April 27: Career Day April 28: Workers’ Memorial Day May: Veterans’ T Shirt/Flag Sale May 4-5: Election May 10, 12: Boating Safety Classes May 15: Adopt-A-Stream May 21: Veterans’ Breakfast May 29: Union Night G.R. Rampage June 2: Election June 4: Veterans’ Golf Outing June 12: Picnic July 5-16: Plant Shutdown August 7: Berlin Race Day
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