Minutes of September 27th
SCLC Delegates Meeting
The meeting
was called to order at 6:02 PM by President Jason Redrup.
The pledge of allegiance was held and the presidentÕs message was read.
A motion was
made to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. The Motion passed a vote
of the body.
Credentials
Wesley Heard
from IAM 751A was present. A motion was made and seconded to seat Wesley as a
delegate. The motion passed and Wesley Heard was sworn in.
Guests
Betty Welsh,
United Way Labor Engagement Manager, stated that in 1978 she joined the
Teamsters, she was 16 and still has her membership card, and because of that
she is here tonight to announce her retirement. She added October 6th
would be her last day. She added that family wage jobs are important and so is
being a community partner. Betty said in the 3 years she has been here, the
Labor Council delegates have been great. They have stepped up with their
dollars and their time. She added itÕs been a wonderful thing and she wanted to
thank us for that.
Betty
introduced Kay Fantin and Allison Warren Barbour; CEO
United Way of Snohomish County. Kay stated she was the daughter of a 40 year
Teamster and looked forward to working with and continuing the good work we
have done together. Allison said she was sorry to see Betty go but that she has
earned it. Allison added that she wanted to assure us that the relationship
between the Labor Council and United Way was very important to them. Allison
said they are moving into a different plan, concentrating on kids from birth to
age 8 and their families that are struggling. She thanked us for our
partnership. Betty added that toy collection for Toys for Tots starts now!!
Secretary Treasurers Report
Secretary
Treasurer Leonard Kelley reported that IATSE 793 which just got its first
contract with the audio tech employees at Xfinity just affiliated with the
Labor Council.
Kelley
stated that he was asked to speak at an AFSMCE membership meeting to give a
report on what the labor council does. He added that he would be more than
happy to speak at any of the affiliates General Membership meetings.
Leonard also
reported on emails that were sent to local mayors from the Freedom Foundation
asking them to implement policies that allow for open viewing of contract negotiations
by the public. He stressed the importance of supporting Labor and working
family friendly candidates at all the local levels.
President
Jason Redrup added that if anyone would like to be
part of the screening process for endorsing candidates to please let us know.
Reports of Unions
Susanne Murphy SPEEA; reported that the Emerging Leaders Conference
was coming up and there is still time to register and fliers are by the door.
Bob James NALC; reported that they have ratified
their National Contract by 16-1 ratio.
Eric Wiseman AFCME; said that this time of year with
school starting and Halloween is a high accident time of year and to be
mindful.
Debbie Gath Teamsters 38; reported she attended the public
hearing on Initiative 1433, she added that L & I has designated staff that
are paid sick leave outreach specialist and will come to businessÕs and
explain to employees the new sick
leave laws that take effect January 1 .
Debbie added
that the Sound Transit investigative committee was coming to Everett on October
5th at the Everett School District Admin Building.
Cynthia Robson SEIU Healthcare 1199
NW; reported that
negotiations are not going anywhere and they took a strike vote and it passed
overwhelmingly. She asked we come to their Candle
Light Vigil being held after the meeting to show support of these workers.
Doug Scott LIUNA 292; reported that Brother Jim Smith
passed away on August 25th a day after our last meeting. Doug
emphasized JimÕs passion for Radio Labor Journal and dedication to the labor
movement. A moment of silence was held in honor of Jim Smith.
New Business
COPE endorsements:
A
recommendation to endorse Sara Kneller for Mukilteo City Council came to the
body from the COPE Committee. The recommendation comes with a motion and a
second; a vote was held and passed.
A
recommendation to endorse Karen Guzak for Mayor of
Snohomish came to the body from the COPE Committee. The recommendation comes
with a motion and a second; a vote was held and passed.
A recommendation
for a dual endorsement of Judy Tuohy and Cassie Franklin for City of Everett
Mayor came to the body from the COPE Committee. The recommendation comes with a
motion and a second; after some discussion a vote was held and passed.
The meeting was
adjourned at 6:46 PM
Respectfully
submitted
Leonard
Kelley Secretary Treasurer.
Attendance:
Gary Kanter, AFM 76-493
Polagaya McLaughlin, AFSCME 109
Angela Guadamuz, AFSCME 1811CA
Terry Van Wyck, AFSCME 1811CA
Steve Nelson, AFSCME 1020
Eric Wiseman, AFSCME 1020
John Sainz, ATU 1576 (Excused)
Spencer Burris, IAM 751A (Excused)
Brian Butler, IAM 751A
Mark Clark, IAM 751A (Excused)
Joel Hetland, IAM 751A
Jason Redrup, IAM 751A
Steven Morrison, IAM 751A
Michael Hill, IAM 751C
Denise Strike, IAM 751F
Shane Van Pelt, IAM 751F
Tom McConnell, IATSE 15
James DeCaro, IBEW 46 (Excused)
Nicole Reedy, IBEW 77 (Excused)
Christine Reid, IBEW 77
Teresa Johnson, IBEW 89
Karen Tegard, IBEW 89
Tammi Brady, IBT 38
Debbie Gath, IBT 38
Michael Boe, IBT 117
Rick Cunningham, IUOE 302
Robert Rahkonen, IUPAT DC 5
Doug Scott, LIUNA 292
Bob James, NALC 791
Kathy Pierson, PTE 17
John Shannon, SEIU 1199NW
Cynthia Robson, SEIU 1199NW
Susanne Murphy, SPEEA 2001
Kurt Schuetz, SPEEA 2001
Fidencio Velasco, UBC 70
Riley Fay, UBC 70
Charlene Rawson, Wash Tech/CWA
Ed Triezenberg, Wash Tech/CWA