Post by TonyV on Apr 10, 2014 11:47:08 GMT -5
President Dunn’s Weekly Newsletter
Volume 1, Issue 109, April 11, 2014
Elections for the 36th UAW Constitutional Convention Delegates will be held April 24th - April 26th, 2014 at both Local 862 union halls (LAP, 3000 Fern Valley Rd, and KTP, 2702 Chamberlain Lane) and the EHVC Plant at 1980 S. 100 West. Polls will be open at LAP and KTP from 4:30am Thursday, April 24th and will close at 4:30am Saturday, April 26th. EHVC polls will be open 1:30pm and close 5:30pm Friday, April 25th.
The following members were nominated local-wide (10 Delegates to be elected) at the regular membership meeting April 8th:
Alfonzo Cash
Mary Briscoe
Vera Newton
Todd Dunn
Tony Lauterbach
Tony Johnson
Scott Eskridge
Rodney Janes
Royce Epperson
Bryan Kessinger
Amanda Goins
Barry Ford
Fred Willard
Jamie Burke
Ken Petty
Anthony Jacobs
Mark Hunter
Bill Kish
Herb Hibbs
Robert Applegate
Ron Fowler
Diana Clark
Jesse Brown
Brian Temple
Angela Perronie Runner
John Speed
Pete Carter
Carol Smith
Shawn Witt
Dale LaClair
UAW Local 862 Election Nominations - During the UAW Local 862 Membership Meeting on May 13, 2014 at the LAP union hall at 3000 Fern Valley Rd, nominations will be accepted for positions on the Executive Board, Building Chairpersons, Bargaining Committee, KTP Skilled Trades Committee, and Committeepersons and Stewards (where necessary). Membership Meeting times are at 12:00pm and 6:00pm.
To accept a nomination an “Acceptance Form” must be personally submitted at the union meeting or given to one of the secretaries at either Local 862 union hall. Candidates must accept nominations by the close of business on Friday, May 16, 2014 at 3:00pm (EST).
Faurecia Organizing - Thank you to all those who participated in the organizing efforts at the Faurecia Exhaust Manufacturing Plant in Louisville on April 10, 2014. As in the past, we have witnessed the bullying tactics and methods the company plays on its workers. The employees of Faurecia have made it known that they appreciate all of the support that we are giving them.
Rouge Powerhouse Scholarship - Applications for the Rouge Powerhouse Scholarship is available now through June 1, 2014. We are pleased to announce that we are awarding 74- $1,500.00 scholarships this year. The flyer, additional information, and the link to the application are posted on the www.uawford.org.
Dates to Remember:
4/13- UAW Local 862 Bass Tournament at Green River Lake
4/16 – Retirees’ Annual Spring/Easter Dinner at LAP Union Hall @ 11:30am
4/18 – Good Friday
4/19 – UAW Local 862 Easter Event at 1:00pm-4:00pm at the KTP Union Hall
4/19 – 2014 Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon/Mini Marathon
4/20 – Easter
4/23 – LAP Chaplaincy Committee is hosting Worker’s Memorial Day 4-6pm at the flagpole in front of the Admin Building (LAP). Everyone is welcome.
4/24-26 – Election for 36th Constitutional Convention Delegates
5/10 – 2014 March for Babies on the Big Four Lawn. Join the UAW/Ford LAP Team today. Marchforbabies.org
5/11– Mother’s Day
5/13 – Membership Meeting at the LAP Union Hall, 12:00pm and 6:00pm, (UAW Local 862 Election Nominations)Kings Island Tickets will be available
5/22-24 – UAW Local 862 Elections
5/26 – Memorial Day (UAW Negotiated Holiday)
5/29-31 – UAW Local 862 Elections
6/08 – LAP Golf Scramble for March of Dimes at Nevel Meade Golf Course 7:30am and 2:00pm.
6/10 – Membership Meeting at the KTP Union Hall, 12:00pm and 6:00pm, Kings Island Tickets will be available
6/15 – Father’s Day
6/20 – UAW Civil and Human Rights Committee Kentuckiana Pride Parade & Festival 7:30pm-12:00am on the Belvedere. Click for info www.kypride.com/
Hourly Employee Optional Life and Accident Insurance Open Enrollment Period will be from now thru May 2nd, 2014.
Veterans Recruiting is hosting a military spouse appreciation day Virtual Career Fair on Fri, May 9, 2014, 1-3pm EDT. Register at www.spousevirtualcareerfair.com
Louisville Zoo Discount – Show your Union ID to claim these discounts: 10% off child or adult admission (up to 6 persons) at the zoo’s ticket windows for general admission (not including packages). Not applicable to after-hours special events or special events with surcharges. Valid through 8/14. (Seniors currently receive discounted admissions and are not discounted further). Not valid with other discounts.
Questions or comments? Email me at mdunn7@ford.com or call 502-241-9491