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LAP WEEKLY UPDATE February 24th, 2017
ORDER BANK:
2017 ESCAPE: 25,646 UNITS 20 Day Supply
2017 MKC: 6,091 UNITS 35 Day Supply
PROFIT SHARING: Profit Sharing payout will be on or before March 9th.
JUNIOR ACHIEVMENT BOWLING TOURNAMENT 2/25: The 3rd Annual Junior Achievement
9-Pin TAP Bowling Tournament will be held on Saturday, February 25th at
“Strike and Spare” located at 911 Phillips Lane with a 6:00 pm start.
Registration forms can by picked up at the LAP Union Hall or by calling Leila
Burch at 502-569-9212. Its $50 per person or $200 per team: Team is five (5)
bowlers per lane.
B-CREW WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY 3/6: Starting Monday March 6th, there will be
women’s bible study to accommodate B-Crew members. It will be held a LAP Union
Hall on Fern Valley from 6:30-8:30p.m. The workbook cost is $12.99. Contact Rena
White at 313-600-1018 for details.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade 3/11: UAW/FORD is one of the sponsors for the St.
Patrick’s Parade this year. Everyone is invited to march in the parade. The
parade is Saturday, March 11th, at 3:00pm. Due to construction at the corner
of Broadway and Baxter, this year’s staging area has not been assigned, yet.
The Phoenix Hill area has been leveled and will not be used as our staging area
like it was in years past. Information will be put out as to where the staging
area will be prior to the parade. If you are volunteering or marching in the
parade, be in the staging area at 1:30pm (once we know where that is). Show up
early. Find a parking place on a side street then walk to staging area. Do
not park in Mid City Mall; they will tow you. If you have any questions call
Kevin Powers at 502-429-2341.
POLAR PLUNGE 3/18: The UAW/Ford Polar Plunge is a unique opportunity for
UAW/Ford employees and their families to come together in support of the 7,800
Special Olympics athletes across Kentucky. UAW/Ford has a long standing history
of giving back to its community, and your generosity is greatly appreciated. One
in six families is touched by Special Olympics and with more than 10,000
employees, UAW/Ford can make a huge impact on the athletes we serve. For more
information about the UAW/Ford Polar Plunge, contact Emily Olesh at 502-326-5002
or by e-mail at eolesh@soky.org.
www.2017uawplunge.kintera.org/
2nd Annual Prom Party 3/18 - On March 18th 2017 the Derby City CLUW Members of
KY and UAW Local 862 Ford Members will host the 2nd Annual Prom Party. We are
requesting new/clean and gently used prom dresses, “after five” shoes,
evening clutch bags and any accessories you wish to donate for a prom event.
Items can be dropped off at either of the UAW Local 862 union halls between the
hours of 8am and 4pm. Also volunteers are needed on March 17th to set up, and on
March 18th, the day of the event. Any questions call Vera Newton 364-3973.
PROFIT SHARING ELECTION: The Profit Sharing election process has changed due to
the 2015 UAW-Ford Collective Bargaining Agreement, and how bonus elections are
made. As a result, your 2016 Profit Sharing payment will utilize your current
bonus election on www.myfordbenefits.com.If you want to change or make a bonus
election, you must take action by Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at 4 p.m. Eastern
Time. If you do not have a bonus election on file, your payment will be in
cash.
FREEDOM FROM SMOKING: Free smoking cessation classes will be offered starting
the week of March 13th. Register at www.nortonhealthcare.com or contact your
ESSP rep for details.
UAW-FORD HOURLY OPTIONAL LIFE ENROLLMENT: UAW-Ford Hourly Optional Life &
Accident Programs “Open Enrollment” period for 2017 will be from 3-20-17 to
4-28-17. We will have representatives from UniCare at our location once per
shift. Look for a future announcement on dates and time.
Louis Sexton Scholarship - The Bluegrass Institute is ready for applications for
the Lewis Sexton scholarship. Please click on the link and follow the directions
for the scholarship process morrisindustries.com/lewissexton/. There
are three $5000 scholarships available. March the 15th is the deadline for
turning in the scholarship applications. Local 862 is not involved in the
processing of the scholarship in any way. The Bluegrass Institute is
processing them for Morris Industries.
A Moment in Black History (Inventors)
Benjamin Banneker—(almanac) Born to freed slaves in 1731, Banneker became an
astronomer, author, inventor, mathematician, and surveyor. He invented some of
the most effective clocks of his time, planned out the city of Washington, D.C.,
and published six almanacs that each included political and social commentary,
particularly advocating for the rights of slaves and free blacks.
Patricia Bath—(laser surgical device) Bath is a contemporary inventor and
ophthalmologist from Harlem, New York. She is the first black female doctor to
receive a medical patent. In 1986, she invented the Laserphaco Probe, which has
revolutionized the treatment of cataracts.
Charles Drew—(blood bank) Drew was born in Washington, D.C. in 1904. As a
surgeon, researcher, and inventor, he invented the modern blood banks. Since
World War II, his invention has gone on to save thousands of lives.
Thomas Elkins—(modern toilet) In addition to other inventions, Elkins created
the chamber commode in 1872. It included a mirror, washstand, mirror, and more.
Philip Emeagwali—(world’s fastest computer)Emeagwali was born in Nigeria in
1954. Although he came of age during a brutal civil war, he earned many advanced
degrees including a Ph.D. in scientific computing. In 1989, he created the
world’s fastest computer.
Frederick Jones—(refrigeration machine) Jones was a self-taught engineer with
a number of important inventions. His most notable invention was a refrigeration
machine used to transport blood, food, and medicine during World War II.
Lewis Latimer—(light bulb) Born in 1848 to runaway slaves, Latimer became an
inventor and engineer. In addition to his invention of one of the earliest air
conditioning units, he assisted in the development of some of the world’s most
important inventions, including the light bulb and the telephone.
Alexander Miles—(improved elevator) Known as “the wealthiest colored man in
the Northwest,” Miles created an automatic device to open and close elevator
doors. Because of his invention, we are able to enjoy this modern luxury.
Garrett Morgan—(traffic light, gas mask) Born in Kentucky in 1877, Morgan is
the inventor of something many utilize every day, the traffic signal. He created
this after witnessing so many accidents on busy urban intersections. In addition
to this, he created the gas mask which grew in popularity when it was used to
aid workers after an underground explosion.
Daniel Hale Williams—(pioneer of open heart surgery) Williams was born in
Pennsylvania in 1856. He would go on to become a physician and surgeon. In 1891,
he founded the first integrated hospital, and just two years later, he became
the first person to successfully complete open-heart surgery.
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LAP WEEKLY UPDATE February 24th, 2017
ORDER BANK:
2017 ESCAPE: 25,646 UNITS 20 Day Supply
2017 MKC: 6,091 UNITS 35 Day Supply
PROFIT SHARING: Profit Sharing payout will be on or before March 9th.
JUNIOR ACHIEVMENT BOWLING TOURNAMENT 2/25: The 3rd Annual Junior Achievement
9-Pin TAP Bowling Tournament will be held on Saturday, February 25th at
“Strike and Spare” located at 911 Phillips Lane with a 6:00 pm start.
Registration forms can by picked up at the LAP Union Hall or by calling Leila
Burch at 502-569-9212. Its $50 per person or $200 per team: Team is five (5)
bowlers per lane.
B-CREW WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY 3/6: Starting Monday March 6th, there will be
women’s bible study to accommodate B-Crew members. It will be held a LAP Union
Hall on Fern Valley from 6:30-8:30p.m. The workbook cost is $12.99. Contact Rena
White at 313-600-1018 for details.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade 3/11: UAW/FORD is one of the sponsors for the St.
Patrick’s Parade this year. Everyone is invited to march in the parade. The
parade is Saturday, March 11th, at 3:00pm. Due to construction at the corner
of Broadway and Baxter, this year’s staging area has not been assigned, yet.
The Phoenix Hill area has been leveled and will not be used as our staging area
like it was in years past. Information will be put out as to where the staging
area will be prior to the parade. If you are volunteering or marching in the
parade, be in the staging area at 1:30pm (once we know where that is). Show up
early. Find a parking place on a side street then walk to staging area. Do
not park in Mid City Mall; they will tow you. If you have any questions call
Kevin Powers at 502-429-2341.
POLAR PLUNGE 3/18: The UAW/Ford Polar Plunge is a unique opportunity for
UAW/Ford employees and their families to come together in support of the 7,800
Special Olympics athletes across Kentucky. UAW/Ford has a long standing history
of giving back to its community, and your generosity is greatly appreciated. One
in six families is touched by Special Olympics and with more than 10,000
employees, UAW/Ford can make a huge impact on the athletes we serve. For more
information about the UAW/Ford Polar Plunge, contact Emily Olesh at 502-326-5002
or by e-mail at eolesh@soky.org.
www.2017uawplunge.kintera.org/
2nd Annual Prom Party 3/18 - On March 18th 2017 the Derby City CLUW Members of
KY and UAW Local 862 Ford Members will host the 2nd Annual Prom Party. We are
requesting new/clean and gently used prom dresses, “after five” shoes,
evening clutch bags and any accessories you wish to donate for a prom event.
Items can be dropped off at either of the UAW Local 862 union halls between the
hours of 8am and 4pm. Also volunteers are needed on March 17th to set up, and on
March 18th, the day of the event. Any questions call Vera Newton 364-3973.
PROFIT SHARING ELECTION: The Profit Sharing election process has changed due to
the 2015 UAW-Ford Collective Bargaining Agreement, and how bonus elections are
made. As a result, your 2016 Profit Sharing payment will utilize your current
bonus election on www.myfordbenefits.com.If you want to change or make a bonus
election, you must take action by Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at 4 p.m. Eastern
Time. If you do not have a bonus election on file, your payment will be in
cash.
FREEDOM FROM SMOKING: Free smoking cessation classes will be offered starting
the week of March 13th. Register at www.nortonhealthcare.com or contact your
ESSP rep for details.
UAW-FORD HOURLY OPTIONAL LIFE ENROLLMENT: UAW-Ford Hourly Optional Life &
Accident Programs “Open Enrollment” period for 2017 will be from 3-20-17 to
4-28-17. We will have representatives from UniCare at our location once per
shift. Look for a future announcement on dates and time.
Louis Sexton Scholarship - The Bluegrass Institute is ready for applications for
the Lewis Sexton scholarship. Please click on the link and follow the directions
for the scholarship process morrisindustries.com/lewissexton/. There
are three $5000 scholarships available. March the 15th is the deadline for
turning in the scholarship applications. Local 862 is not involved in the
processing of the scholarship in any way. The Bluegrass Institute is
processing them for Morris Industries.
A Moment in Black History (Inventors)
Benjamin Banneker—(almanac) Born to freed slaves in 1731, Banneker became an
astronomer, author, inventor, mathematician, and surveyor. He invented some of
the most effective clocks of his time, planned out the city of Washington, D.C.,
and published six almanacs that each included political and social commentary,
particularly advocating for the rights of slaves and free blacks.
Patricia Bath—(laser surgical device) Bath is a contemporary inventor and
ophthalmologist from Harlem, New York. She is the first black female doctor to
receive a medical patent. In 1986, she invented the Laserphaco Probe, which has
revolutionized the treatment of cataracts.
Charles Drew—(blood bank) Drew was born in Washington, D.C. in 1904. As a
surgeon, researcher, and inventor, he invented the modern blood banks. Since
World War II, his invention has gone on to save thousands of lives.
Thomas Elkins—(modern toilet) In addition to other inventions, Elkins created
the chamber commode in 1872. It included a mirror, washstand, mirror, and more.
Philip Emeagwali—(world’s fastest computer)Emeagwali was born in Nigeria in
1954. Although he came of age during a brutal civil war, he earned many advanced
degrees including a Ph.D. in scientific computing. In 1989, he created the
world’s fastest computer.
Frederick Jones—(refrigeration machine) Jones was a self-taught engineer with
a number of important inventions. His most notable invention was a refrigeration
machine used to transport blood, food, and medicine during World War II.
Lewis Latimer—(light bulb) Born in 1848 to runaway slaves, Latimer became an
inventor and engineer. In addition to his invention of one of the earliest air
conditioning units, he assisted in the development of some of the world’s most
important inventions, including the light bulb and the telephone.
Alexander Miles—(improved elevator) Known as “the wealthiest colored man in
the Northwest,” Miles created an automatic device to open and close elevator
doors. Because of his invention, we are able to enjoy this modern luxury.
Garrett Morgan—(traffic light, gas mask) Born in Kentucky in 1877, Morgan is
the inventor of something many utilize every day, the traffic signal. He created
this after witnessing so many accidents on busy urban intersections. In addition
to this, he created the gas mask which grew in popularity when it was used to
aid workers after an underground explosion.
Daniel Hale Williams—(pioneer of open heart surgery) Williams was born in
Pennsylvania in 1856. He would go on to become a physician and surgeon. In 1891,
he founded the first integrated hospital, and just two years later, he became
the first person to successfully complete open-heart surgery.
Link to the post:
uawlap.org/building-chairpersons-report/weekly-updates/lap-weekly-update-february-24th-2017.php
Link to UAWLAP.org: uawlap.org