Northern California Teamster December 2006/January 2007 issue

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Northern California
Serving more than 70,000 Teamsters and their families
Volume 51, Number 5 December 2006/January 2007
Working families shake up Washington and California
On November 7, working families jorities, labor has an opportunity to
voted and their participation made a gain positive action on issues such as
huge difference—in California and universal health care, retirement secu­
across the nation. rity, the Employee Free Choice Act,
Labor’s endorsed candidates won fair trade agreements, safe highways
seven of the nine statewide offices. In and national security. With long-time
the two races that labor lost, Governor friends such as Nancy Pelosi serving
and Insurance Commissioner, polls as the first female Speaker of the
show that the Republican candidates House, and Congressman George
won not because they embraced a Miller appointed to lead the House
hard-right agenda, but because they Education and Workforce Committee,
tried as much as possible to hide the Teamsters will be heard again in
fact they were Republicans. Washington.
Arnold Schwarzenegger spent the “The new Congress can and must
last several months campaigning on is­ reverse action on the Bush adminis­
sues that unions have championed for tration’s misplaced priorities,” Mack
years-a minimum wage raise, prescrip­ added.
tion dmg reform and education funding. Across the Bay Area, Teamsters
“Our job will be to keep Arnold fo­ were active in local races and most
Locals 350 and 665 went barnstorming in a
cused on doing the right thing for Labor-endorsed candidates won hand­
cable car across San Francisco to bring out
working families and not return to his ily. Local 665 thanks Teamsters and
the vote on Election Day. (Above) Local 350
pre-election year, anti-union self,” their allies for their help in defeating Secretary-Treasurer Robert Morales and
said President Chuck Mack. Prop E, which would have displaced Local 665 Secretary-Treasurer Ernie Yates
Nationally, with the House and hundreds of Teamster jobs. flank U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein and are
Senate now led by Democratic ma­ joined by members and officers of both Lo­
cals. At Right, U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer
Hoffa re-elected Teamsters General President
joins the festivities. San Franciscans over­
whelmingly rejected Prop E which would
Armed with the power of democracy, Teamsters across the nation cast their
have put many Teamsters in the parking in­
ballots for their international officers, giving General President James Hoffa
dustry out of jobs.
and General Secretary-Treasurer Thomas Keegel another five year term. With
a month to complete mail-in ballots, members voted by a two-to-one margin for
the Hoffa slate. The official tally was released on November 20.
“This was an overwhelming victory,” says President Chuck Mack who was
re-elected by acclimation as Western Region Vice President. “The election
The officers and s ta ff o f
shows tremendous support for the Hoffa administration and those who ran with
him. The strength of the victory gives Hoffa a mandate to expand on his suc­
cesses and continue to fight on behalf of the members’ best interests.”
Teamsters Jo in t Council 7
Mack added that Teamster elections are unique in the union movement.
“We’re one of only a few unions whose members have an opportunity to elect
their national officers directly; that process gives the organization a dynamic
and its affiliated locals
that most others unions don’t have. I only wish that more members participat­
ed because the process is very expensive.”
“The members have spoken,” Hoffa told hundreds of supporters at his vic­ wish uou much happiness
tory party. “Together we will continue leading the fight for all working fami­
lies. We are organizing the unorganized, fighting for strong health care, good o r r
wages and a secure retirement, and holding employers accountable to our this holiday season
members.”
Im portant Notice
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To: Participants and Beneficiaries of the Teamsters Life With Dues Benefit
Plan (Trust Fund) __. _.......... ...... 7... ' . - - . . -___- . ........................ . .... ....'1 . , ' . ’ . . I___._jIL._____- :
Important information about your rights under the Plan, and under the
Employee Retirement Income Security Act, is included in this newspaper.
This information should be read by you and retained for future reference.
UNION PEOPLE
Farewell and thank you to Commercial Driver’s Training Lead Instructor Gary Payton
After serving as Lead Instructor for Gary’s last class. Business Agent Lou pension contribution rate. “Shop
Joint Council 7’s Commercial Drivers Marchetti was able to secure grant Steward Carlos Tiscareno has done
Training Program for four years, Gary money from Alameda County’s Job an excellent job coordinating be­
Payton is leaving to return to his pre­ Training Program to convince Pepsi tween the merchandisers and the
vious job at ABF. The Joint Council’s to utilize the JC7 program. “Pepsi school to keep the program running.”
officers thank him for his service, as does a good job training the merchan­ said Marchetti.
do the many students that improved disers to drive, but you can’t beat the Ron Hermanson will take over as
their careers due to his hard work and JC7 Program,” said Marchetti. the school’s new Instructor. Ron is a
dedication. To date, seven merchandisers have longtime Local 70 member and is
Gary first joined the Teamsters in completed the program with more to looking forward to his new job. The
1975 in Southern California. When he follow. Once they complete the class, Joint Council is confident that Ron
moved to the Bay Area in 1989 he be­ they fill driving bids that pay $3.00 will maintain the program’s tradition
came a member of Local 70. an hour more and double their current of success.
Drivers Education Program Lead Instruc­
Besides training many Teamsters to
tor Gary Payton enjoyed working with
become commercial drivers, Gary A l P P L Y N O W
voc rehab students most.
also made the school a resource for
the Employment Development De­ When asked about the most re­
T F A M ^ T F R * * IP I
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partment and various vocational reha­ warding aspect of the job , Gary did­
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bilitation programs. n’t hesitate: “Training Teamsters in a /JC 7 r
COMMERCIAL DRIVERS
new skill and improv­
ing their job opportu­
h EDUCATION PROGRAM
nities was great, but
510-566-5278
the vocational rehabil­
itation students made
me feel the best.
Many felt they would
never get a chance to
CONTACT W W
make good; now they
have good jobs and a YOUR LOCAL FOR AN APPLICATION
new attitude.”
L to R: Pepsi Shop Steward Carlos Tiscareno, new graduates The three students
Eddie Johnson, Marlon Mejia, Chao Wright Balm, Business pictured at the left Free Hazardous Materials Training
Agent Lou Marchetti, and new instructor Ron Hermanson. graduated from
New standards for transporting hazardous materials
Success is a Journey...
are coming into effect. To enable Teamsters to com­
James R. Hoff a Memorial Scholar shin ply, we offer free training;
International Brotherhood of Teamsters ✓ 4-hour DOT (HAZMAT) Hazardous Materials Aware­
2007-2008 Academic Year Scholarships ness course and refresher
What is the deadline? Where are the forms? ✓ 40-hour (HAZWOPER) Hazardous Waste Materials
Deadline for Application March Complete information and course
31, 2007* forms are available for download
✓ 8-hour (HAZWOPER) Hazardous Waste Materials
online:
Who should apply?
refresher
High School Seniors who are http://www.tearnster.org/re-
children or grandchildren of sources/students/scholar- To sign up, call Barbara at 415-344-0085.
Teamster members ship/schoiarship.htm
This website also contains in­
What are some of the basic re­ formation on other scholarship
quirements? and student ioan resources for
• Rank in the top 15% of high (USPS 395-880)
union families. Members are en­
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Tel: [phone]
compete in one of five geographic processed by your Teamster Local San Francisco, CA, 94134-3306
regions where the Teamster par- prior to their being forwarded to the
When sending in your address changes please include
ent’s/grandparent’s local union is IBT, it is suggested that forms be
your Local number.
located. mailed to your Local by March 17.
Debra Chaplan, Managing Editor
NEWS FROM TAP
TAP responds to rising rates of stress and
anger in the workplace
Acts of workplace anger and ag­ Recognizing that employees may
gression cost companies and organi­ be reluctant to attend any program
zations billions of dollars annually, that might imply mental or emotional
while placing a tremendous toll on disturbance, TAP classes are de­
the emotional and physical health of signed to teach skills in managing
employees and their families. In stress and anger, improving commu­
2003, a Society for Human Resource nication, and increasing empathy.
Management (SHRM) study showed Stress and Anger Management
that more than half of U.S.-based Classes are quickly becoming one of
companies have experienced some the most recognized methods for ef­
sort of workplace violence, with ver­ fectively helping individuals learn to
bal threats being cited by 41% of re­ manage and control anger, stress,
spondents as the most common form. hostility and aggression, as well as
Employers who ignore warning increase awareness in skills that can
signs that lead to a violent incident, produce more positive outcomes.
can be held legally liable. However, Anger is a normal human emotion;
many employers and managers fear however, if it is not expressed appro­
YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS
litigation and do not intervene when priately it can have devastating and
anger surfaces in the workplace. The lasting affects on any relationship.
average cost for a lawsuit is Anger and stress management
State can’t fund anti-union campaigns
$700,000, therefore, it is clearly in a classes teach participants how to:
In October, the Ninth Circuit late this law are subject to fines and company's best interest to deal with • Recognize and appropriately re­
Court of Appeals issued an opinion penalties, which includes the return of hostile employees before they be­ spond to normal angry feelings;
that will make it harder for California state funds used for prohibited purpos­ come aggressive or violent. • Improve judgment and impulse
employers to oppose union organiz­ es and a stiff civil penalty. Anger management saves compa­ control as well as manage stress
ing campaigns. nies money. Studies show that anger and anger more effectively;
Employers lose challenge
In Chamber of Commerce v. Lock- management programs also account • Experience less conflict with man­
yer, the Court held that a California A group of employer organizations for an increase in morale, an increase agers, co-workers, family mem­
law that bars employers from using challenged the validity of the Califor­ in workplace performance, a reduc­ bers, parents & teachers;
state funding to assist, promote or nia law. They argued that the law im­ tion of sick-day usage, and a dramat­
• Increase capacity to create positive
deter union organizing is not preempt­ permissibly regulated employer ic decrease in workplace conflicts.
outcomes in relationships;
speech about union organizing and
ed by the federal National Labor Rela­
TAP classes help members • Improve ability to communicate
conflicted with federal law.
tions Act and does not violate the First
The court held that although the cope more effectively with others in a way that clearly
Amendment. In other words, the Cali­
states feelings, moods and needs;
fornia law is not blocked by conflict­ law regulated employer speech in the Over the last 10 years, TAP has
ing or superior federal law. context of union organizing, it did not seen a steady increase in the number • Leam effective stress management
interfere with the employers’ First of supervisor and business agent re­ techniques to stay calm and reduce
Law evens the scales Amendment rights. The court empha­ ferrals for anger and stress problems. anger-aggression;
California enacted Assembly Bill sized that the law did not regulate the Each year we help more and more • Develop the capacity to influence
No. 1889 in 2000 to ensure state neu­ use of the employers’ own funds, it Teamsters who, following an incident others by one’s own behavior;
trality in union organizing. By pro­ merely prohibited the use of state in the workplace, must complete • Enhance skills in empathy and
hibiting an employer from using state funds. California employers are under anger management in order to keep emotional awareness to make more
money to finance an anti-union cam­ no compulsion to seek state contracts their jobs. positive connections with others;
paign, the law attempts to avoid “tip­ or grants. If they voluntarily choose More and more, a “problem em­ • Decrease absenteeism, increase
ping the scales” in favor of employers. to do so, the state may attach a rea­ ployee” is not simply referred to the teamwork and productivity, reduce
AB 1889 forbids the employer from sonable spending restriction that does Employee Assistance Program (EAP); liability for self and employers;
using any state funds to influence the not bar employer conduct and only he or she is now mandated to comply
• Gain skills in forgiveness as well
decision of its employees regarding limits the use of state funds from fi­ with the EAP recommendation before
as how to more accurately manage
whether to support or oppose a labor nancing one side of a union organiz­ the company will allow them to return
expectations.
organization or whether to become a ing drive. to the job. Since anger is not, by itself,
Through our outreach and training
member of any labor organization. The Chamber of Commerce v. a diagnosable mental disorder, health
programs, TAP tries to assist Teamsters
The law further requires that em­ Lockyer decision is a major victory for plans typically don’t cover anger man­
and their families before anger, stress,
ployers certify that no state funds will California unions. Any private em­ agement treatment. Some plans do,
or substance abuse problems arise with
be used to assist, promote or deter ployer who receives state funding will such as Kaiser, but anger management
managers, co-workers, family, the po­
union organizing. If an employer have to segregate and account for such classes are sometimes offered only
lice or child protective services.
makes any such expenditures, they money, or take a position of neutrality every three months.
We are willing to go to any work­
must maintain records which demon­ in labor disputes. Employers that re­ TAP recognized the importance of
place or Union meeting at any time to
strate compliance with the law. An em­ ceive state funds will have to choose stress management and has been con­
inform Teamsters who are insured
ployer who makes such expenditures between complying with burdensome ducting on-site training since 1998.
through participating Health and
and who commingles state funds and accounting and reporting requirements Such trainings are part of the services
Welfare Trust Funds about our serv­
other monies is presumed to have used or remaining neutral in union organiz­ TAP provides at no cost to employers
ices and how to confidentially access
state funds to assist, promote or deter ing campaigns. through participating Teamsters
them. Call us at 510-562-3600 or
union organizing. Employers who vio­ health and welfare plans.
800-253-8326.
President’s Report
by local 890’s new Executive Board
Chuck Mack
Who would have thought?
It was a “who would have thought” election. will be able to influence, even direct, policy on
First, who would have thought Arnold Schwarzeneg­ work related matters that affect our members and
ger would overwhelmingly be reelected Governor? their families. George Miller, Pete Stark, Tom Lan-
Just a year ago Californians handed him his head tos, Barbara Lee, Sam Farr and Zoe Lofgren will
when they dumped several anti-labor propositions chair full committees or important sub-commit­
he placed on the ballot in a special election. His ap­ tees. On the Senate side, Dianne Feinstein and Bar­
proval rating fell like a rock; his demise all but as­ bara Boxer are also expected to chair committees
sured. In one of California’s most remarkable polit­ and play major roles in Senate policy development.
ical comebacks, Schwarzenegger not only won, he We know the players; we’ve worked with them
wiped out Phil Angelides. and supported them for a long time. It gives us an
He’ll begin his term of office unprecedented opportunity to
with a bipartisan appearance and With Democrats taking provide member input in national Local 890’s new Executive Board: (L to R) Trustee Eleanor Pineda, Prt
Roberto Sanchez, Secretary-Treasurer Tony Gonzalez, Recording Se
his popularity restored. Working charge of the House decision making.
President Crescendo Diaz, Trustee Ramiro Navarro.
people, even those who voted for One more thing-committee
and Senate, we have
him, have to feel uneasy. Who is hearings. The majority party has
this guy? What does he really "unprecedented oppor­ the right to schedule all congres­ bears the burds
stand for? Who does he listen to sional committee hearings. We Local 315 “Although its 1
tunity to provide mem­
and what will he do? Time will saw how important that is in the cause the Nov<
tell. Our position: hope for the ber input in national Safeway dispute 15 years ago. Change at the top there is a lack
best - prepare for the worst. The company was closing its Fre­ On August 31, 32-year Teamster member showing that th
decision making.”
“Who would have thought”— mont and Richmond warehouses Steve Gutierrez retired as President of Local out such conv
Democrats take control in the and moving the work to Tracy. 315, a position he held for eight years. Jim (?annot be founcu
House of Representatives. January’s fantasy be­ They refused to take the contract and the Teamster Sveum was unanimously appointed by the After carefis
came November’s reality. They needed to win 15 members who, in some cases, had been company Local’s Executive Board to fill the mid-term Paul D. Staudc
seats; they won 28. Democrats have a solid major­ employees for a lifetime. Tom Lantos called a hear­ vacancy as President of Local 315. O’Brien must b
ity. ing in San Francisco that focused congressional and “Steve was a great president and an ex­ sition with rest<
That’s good news for workers. It means the anti­ public attention on the company’s outrageous plan cellent organizer—and now he’ll have time and benefits w
union pro-corporate agenda Republicans were push­ to abandon its workers. The hearing was a major to enjoy his Teamster pension. I look for­ legal rate.
ing has been derailed. Privatization of Social Secu­ reason the company changed their position and al­ ward to working with Jim,” said Secretary- Sentinel Trai
rity is dead and the attempt to shift health care and lowed Teamster members to move with their jobs, Treasurer Dale Robbins. “He’s got great en­ organized by L
pension costs from the corporation to the individual, and it’s a major reason why we represent 1,300 peo­ ergy and enthusiasm.” been under con
while not dead, has taken a near fatal hit. Look for ple at the Tracy Distribution Center today. has been a tank
Democrats to push a minimum wage increase and Finally, “who would have thought” Nancy tinel employee
local 287
get something going on health care. It will be great Pelosi would be elected Speaker of the House of since the comp;
to go from being reactive to being proactive. Representatives or moreover who would have “This was a
“Who would have thought” three - Democrats thought any woman could be elected Speaker. Her Justice for Teamster operator at Local 287,” Bk
take over the Senate. What many believed impossi­ election is deserved. She worked long and hard to
Sentinel Transport New officei
ble has happened. It will be a different Washington, build a majority. She’s visionary, tough, smart, ar­
D.C. come January. Hey, it will be a different coun­ ticulate and compassionate—all qualities a great Local 287 won an arbitration in Novem­ The membe
ber that may'be the largest back pay payout
try come January. Speaker needs. Her election is historic-it advances following offic
the Local has won for any member. “We’re
For Teamsters who live in California, the not just the cause of women, but of all Americans. serve a three yt
still computing the final numbers,” said
change in power is a plus. Many California Demo­ And “who would have thought” Northern Cali­ 2007: Bill Ho;
cratic House members will have important com­ fornia Teamsters would be able to call the Speaker Business Agent Bob Blanchet, “but we know Blanchet, Pre
mittee assignments because of their seniority. They of the House of Representatives “friend.” this will be a sizable settlement.” Recording-Sec
On November 10, 2005, Transport Opera­
President. The
Pension accrual rate increased for 2007 tor Joe O’Brien was driving the company Jerry Cordova,
truck for delivery in Monterey when the ve­
Sandoval. Bob
The Western Conference of Teamsters Pension haven’t had to make any benefit cuts. Our plan is hicle’s trailer struck a guardrail which de­ Jerry Sweeney
Trustees are pleased to announce that they will in­ very healthy, when measured by any standard. From stroyed the tire and resulted in $27,000 in re­ for the Local.
crease the accrual rate from 1.2% (where it’s been an actuarial standpoint, it’s close to being fully- pairs to the trailer. The truck and trailer were
for three years) up to 1.65% for the year 2007. funded, which helps ensure that all members will fully loaded with gasoline.
“We know that our members watch this rate receive full benefits through their retirement years. The company discharged O’Brien for var­
closely,” says Chuck Mack, who serves as a trustee The trustees were able to increase the rate based ious reasons including violation of safe work Park anc
along with Local 853 Secretary-Treasurer Rome on good investment experience over the past few practices and causing a major preventable
With a 747?
Aloise. “The rate has been as high as 3.5%, but due years. By late 2007, they will assess whether they can vehicle collision.
drivers, cashier
to the economic downturn, we were forced to cut it maintain or even increase the accrual rate in 2008. Blanchet protested the company’s posi­
at Park and Fly
to 1.2% to stay fiscally prudent.” See the article on page six for more information tion claiming that they failed to meet the bur­
on September *
On the positive side, Mack continued, “we about the state of the pension plan. den of proof under just cause. “The company
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
For Participants In The
TEAMSTERS LIFE WITH DUES BENEFIT PLAN
This Summary Plan Description contains important information about Rights under the Teamsters Life With Dues Benefit Plan and ERISA which
should be read and retained for future reference.
If you have any questions, please contact the Plan Administrator:
Board of Trustees, Teamsters Life With Dues Benefit Plan Administration Office, 14675 Interurban Avenue South, Suite 107, Tukwila, WA 98168,
[phone]
TEAMSTERS LIFE WITH DUES BENEFIT PLAN
SUMMARY PLAN DESCRIPTION
Plan Name: Teamsters Life with Dues Benefit Plan Plan Administrator:
Board of Trustees of the Teamsters Life With Dues Benefit Plan
Entity Maintaining the Plan: Electing Local Unions affiliated with 14675 Interurban Avenue South, Suite 107
the International Brotherhood of Teamsters located in the geographic Tukwila, Washington 98168
area within the historic jurisdiction of the Western Region of the In­ Telephone: [phone]
ternational Brotherhood of Teamsters The service of legal process may be made upon a Plan Trustee or the
Plan Administrator.
Names and Business Addresses of Trustees:
Jon L. Rabine, Chairperson Type of Plan Administration: Contract Administration
Board of Trustees
14675 Interurban Avenue South, Suite 107 Ending Date of Plan’s Fiscal Year: December 31
Tukwila, Washington 98168 - ‘ ft? Oi QOPJTlffi lO&zyXi&S: ’’7 ' LUC
Entity Maintaining Plan Funds:
Rome A. Aloise, Secretary-Treasurer Teamsters Life With Dues Trust Fund
Teamsters Local Union No. 853
2100 Merced Street, Suite B Entity Maintaining Insurance: Life Wise Assurance Company
San Leandro, California 94577 7001 220th Street Southwest
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
Robert Lee, Secretary-Treasurer [phone]
Teamsters Local Union No. 983
518 East Center Street Type of Plan:
P.O. Box 1085 Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefit Plan
Pocatello, Idaho 83204
Employer I.D. Number of Sponsor:
911691238; the Plan Number is 501.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................................... Page 2
I. ELIGIBILITY & PARTICIPATION ................................................................................................................Page 2
II. CONTRIBUTIONS .................................................................................................................................... Page 2
III. BENEFITS .................................................................................................................................................Page 3
IV. SCHEDULE OF BENEFITS...........................................................................................................................Page 3
V. BENEFICIARIES .........................................................................................................................................Page 3
VI. CLAIMS PROCEDURES............................................................................................................................... Page 3
VII. STATEMENT OF ERISA RIGHTS.................................................................................................................Page 4
SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT: TEAMSTERS LIFE WITH DUES BENEFIT PLAN...................................Page 4
December 2006 • Teamsters Life With Dues Benefit Plan Summary Plan Description • Page LWD1
INTRODUCTION Local Union that is not participating, you will enter the cial rule applies only if:
Plan as soon as the Local Union elects to participate in • the Total Disability begins while the person is eligible
This Benefit Plan provides Life and Accidental Death the Plan and begins making contributions. for Benefits, and
and Dismemberment Benefits for Members in Good • proof of disability satisfactory to the Trustees is sub­
Standing of participating Local Unions and Life Bene­ Are There Special Eligibility Rules for Seasonal mitted to the Plan Administrator within 12 months
fits for the Spouse of a Member. / < Employees and Agricultural Workers? after the disability begins. The Trustees also may ask
Yes. Some Seasonal Employees and Agricultural
for more evidence of continued disability from time to
This booklet is a guide to the Benefit Plan. It explains: Workers do not have to pay dues to their Local Union time while the Member is disabled.
during seasonal lay-off periods. Instead, their Local
• what benefits are available,
Union may require them to make contributions. A
• how you become eligible for benefits, Can a Disabled Member’s Eligibility Be Terminated?
Member must be current in the payment of these con­
• how contributions are made, Yes. Eligibility ends automatically as soon as one of
tributions during lay-off to be eligible for the Plan.
these things happens (even if the two years is not up):
• when you can receive benefits,
• satisfactory proof of Total Disability is not given to
• how to designate a beneficiary for benefits,
Under What Circumstances Can I Lose My Eligibil­
the Plan,
• how to apply for benefits, ity for Benefits?
• the Total Disability ends,
• how benefits are paid, and Your eligibility for Benefits under this Plan ends when
• the Local Union stops participating in the Plan, or
• the restrictions and administrative procedures which one of these things happens:
apply. • You fail to remain in Good Standing with your Local • the Plan terminates.
Union. To be in Good Standing you must meet the re­
This booklet also explains the conditions which may quirements of Membership as established in the Consti­ How Does My Spouse Become Eligible for Coverage?
result in a loss of eligibility for Benefits, and the condi­ tution of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Your Spouse becomes eligible for coverage when you
tions you must meet for reinstatement of your eligibili­ and the By-Laws of your Local Union including paying meet your eligibility requirements.
ty for Benefits. all assessments and fees uniformly required by your
What Are the Rules to Determine if Someone is My
Local Union (this usually means initiation fees and
You should read this booklet carefully so you will dues) before the last business day of the prior month. Spouse?
know what your Benefits are and what could affect To qualify as a Spouse, a person must be married to
• If you are a Seasonal Employee or Agricultural Work­
these benefits. Many changes have been made since you through a marriage that is considered valid and
er who is not required to pay union dues during a lay­
legal in the State where the marriage took place.
the last booklet was printed, and these changes may af­
off, when you fail to make a required contribution to
fect you.
your Local Union during a layoff to maintain member­
Under What Circumstances Can My Spouse Lose
ship.
Eligibility for Benefits?
This booklet is based on the Plan Document approved
• Your Local Union stops participating in this Plan.
Your Spouse will lose eligibility either when you
by the Board of Trustees. The complete and technical
• You become Totally Disabled, except that your eligi­
lose eligibility as described above or when the per­
terms of the Plan are in the Plan Document and the
bility can be extended for up to two years during the
son is no longer your Spouse due to divorce or legal
Trust Agreement, which are legal documents. They
time you are disabled.
separation.
govern how the Plan will operate. This booklet summa­
• This Plan is terminated.
rizes and simplifies the Plan Document provisions. If
II. CONTRIBUTIONS
any conflict should arise between this booklet and the
If I Lose My Eligibility for Benefits, Can I Become
Plan Document, the Plan Document will govern. Who Contributes to the Plan?
Eligible for Benefits Again?
Your Local Union contributes to the Plan.
Yes. If the Plan still exists, you can become eligible for
If you have any questions about the information in this
Benefits again when you become a Member of a Local How Much Will Be Contributed?
booklet or if you want to know how a specific Plan pro­
Union which is participating in the Plan, and you return Your Local Union selects how much to contribute. The
vision applies to you, write or call the Plan Administra­
required contribution amount depends on the Plan Type
to Good Standing with your Local Union. If you are a
tor’s office. You will find the address and phone number
described in Section III: Benefits and Section IV:
Seasonal Employee or Agricultural Worker, you be­
at the beginning of this booklet. The Administrator will
Schedule of Benefits. Your Local Union selects the
come eligible for Benefits again when your Local
be glad to answer your questions. Plan Type. A Schedule of Benefits paid under each
Union is participating, and you either return to Good
Plan Type is in Section IV. Contact your Local Union
Standing, or if you are laid off, you bring your contri­
ESPANOL or the Plan Administrator for a statement of the Plan
butions current. Also, if you lose eligibility for Bene­
Si usted no entiende ingles, puede obtener information Type selected for you.
fits, you may be able to buy an individual insurance
en espanol acerca de los beneficios y reglamentos del
policy from Life Wise Assurance Company to continue How Do I Sign Up for the Plan?
Plan. Comunfquese con la oficina y ellos le ayudaran:
your Life Benefits. See Section III. Benefits for more Once your Local Union decides to participate in the
Teamsters Life With Dues Benefit Plan information on this option. Plan, you are automatically covered by remaining a
14675 Interurban Avenue South, Suitel07 Member in Good Standing in your Local Union includ­
Tukwila, Washington 98168 ing paying your initiation fee and monthly dues.
Am I Still Eligible to Participate in the Plan if I am
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Called to Active Military Duty? Does My Employer Contribute to the Plan?
Yes. If you were current in your dues when you were No. Your Employer has nothing to do with this Plan.
called to duty and if your period of military service is
I. ELIGIBILITY & PARTICIPATION Am I Required to Contribute to the Plan?
covered by the Federal Law known as the Uniformed
No. Your Local Union contributes on your behalf.
Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act
How Do I Become Eligible to Participate in the of 1994, as amended, then you will continue to be an Can I Elect Not to Participate?
Plan? eligible participant during the time of service and for a No. As long as you are a Member in Good Standing of
You are eligible to participate in the Plan if you are a period of thirty days after your discharge. You must your Local Union, with dues currently paid, and your
Member of a Local Union that participates in the Plan contact your Local Union or the Plan Administrator to Local Union elects to participate in the Plan, you will
and you are in Good Standing with your Local Union. submit the required documentation to extend your eli­ be a participant in the Plan.
gibility.
Can I Change the Plan Type or Contribution
When Do I Become Eligible to Participate in the
Amount?
Plan? Are There Special Rules if I Become Disabled?
No. Only your Local Union can change the Plan Type
You will become eligible to participate in the Plan as Yes. A Member who is Totally Disabled will continue or contribution amount.
soon as you become a Member of a Local Union that to be eligible for Benefits in the Plan for two years How Are My Local Union’s Contributions Invested?
participates in the Plan. If you are a Member of a even if he or she pays no Local Union dues. This spe­ The Trustees direct the investment of the funds, to pre-
News Executive Board
Chuck Mack ....................Secretary Treasurer
Joe Silva............................President
Milton Lewis...................Vice President
Rob Dias.......................... Recording Secretary
from Larry Aiello............. .Trustee
Tim Mosier ......................Trustee
Emil Radloff ....................Trustee
Business Agents
Bob Aiello Bob Bell
lo c al 70 Dominic Chiovare Lawrence Dias
Martin Frates Lou Marchetti
Luis Magallon.................Conductor
Jim Davis.........................Warden
70 Hegenberger Road, Oakland, CA 94621 December 2006/January 2007 Phone [phone]
San Leandro USF Bestway workers sign Local 70 union cards
Close to 60 employees at the turnout for the meetings. We trained
Organizing Report
USF Bestway San Leandro them in union organizing techniques
terminal chose to become to ensure that they represented us
members of Teamsters Local 70 in by Bo b A iello appropriately and legally. All in all,
August. An overwhelming 67% they did a great job.
signed pledge cards requesting union were concerned about Bestway’s over­ Employer plays games, The organizing drive was a joint
representation. all financial condition and whether the even with card check effort by Chuck Mack, Bob Bell and
The recent purchase of USF Best­ company might close. Locally, they me. We also got support from IBT
Even with the card check neutrality
way by Yellow Roadway Corporation were concerned that management Organizers Rob Nicewonger, Andy
agreement, the company terminated
(YRC) paved the way for a Teamster might retaliate against those who were Budai and Jesse Casqueiro.
an employee to show their strength.
card check neutrality agreement with active in the union drive.
We were able to turn that situation Momentum for a contract
the company. Under this agreement, As organizers, our job was to reas­
around quickly however. We brought
Our momentum continues to build
the company agrees not to harass or sure the employees that we would
that person to the union hall, made him
enter into any negative campaign stand up on their behalf and do what­ because USF Bestway workers want
a union member and got him a job the
against the union or the employees in ever is necessary to protect them and more security for themselves and for
next day. This showed the employees
the union’s efforts to organize. their jobs. their families. The issues they are
that the union would back them. I told
Having a card check neutrality Initially, some employees were most concerned about are eight-hour
the employees “if you are a part of the
agreement made the organizing afraid to let it be known that they were guarantees, vacation payouts, job
Teamster family, we leave no members
process 100% easier because we did­ having contact with the union. But security and a decent pension. USF
behind.” We were able to demonstrate
n’t have to contend with harassment once we put together the committee Bestway workers know that Teamster
that. Now this guy has a job, a pension
and negative campaigns from the and started developing relationships, contracts will make their lives better.
and union benefits.
company. Local 70 was able to organ­ things started to roll. Then they hit the In addition to Modesto and Sacra­
ize the San Leandro workers in less fast track. Training the organizing mento, employees in Phoenix and at
than 30 days. Once a majority of We were under pressure regionally committee two Southern California terminals
workers signed authorization cards, to get the cards signed, because recently signed union cards and more
Six employees from all areas of the
the company recognized their wish to Modesto and Sacramento were ready Arizona terminals are on the verge of
terminal—line haul drivers, dock
join a union. to go and we determined that we’d going union. When that happens, we
workers and city drivers—worked
We had a slow start because have greater bargaining strength if all hope to begin negotiations for a West­
very hard on the organizing commit­
employees were apprehensive about three units went in together. ern Region master contract covering
tee, identifying people who were
California, Arizona, Idaho, Utah and
what it meant to join a union. They
ready to sign union cards and getting
New Mexico.
Action Alert
(o c a / JO
Help save delivery driver overtime pay
and d icff' When Congress made a technical Don’t let the big delivery compa­
change in the Highway Act nies sneak this “technical correction”
(SAFETEA-LU—the Safe, Account­ through as the lame-duck Republicans
(Of'S'/t ad oea*
able, Flexible, Efficient Transporta­ pack up and leave town. Act now.
tion Equity Act: A Legacy for Users), Tell your representative and senators
rncm/ciss they changed the definition of com­ to oppose the “technical correction”
mercial motor vehicles to “vehicles denying overtime pay to drivers of vehi­
engaged in interstate commerce that cles weighing 10,000 pounds or less.
and tfiea^Jantdie&
exceed 10,000 pounds.” This may not Send your letter through the web by
seem like a big deal, but it is. going to: www.teamsterstakeac-
a oa*(j /lafi/nj The new definition triggers an over­ tion.org/campaign/overtime_for_
time exemption under the Fair Labor drivers, or just write a letter to your
Standards Act, so that these drivers congressperson at: Representative
/io/idcuf <sea<son /
have no right to overtime pay and are NAME, U.S. House of Representa­
not protected by hours-of-service tives, Washington, D.C. 20515.
regulations for larger vehicles.
President’s Report
P' o tilci a l/Ic tmi
(Joe S ilv a
Lou Marche
Election results look good for labor Governor's race is the only defeat
Teamster political action prom
National ana state elections The amount of the back pay award has not yet been
determined, but we expect it to be quite sizeable.
You have to give credit where trol of the House and Sen;
The 2006 midterm election results bode well for Contract at Spicers Paper
labor interests. At the national level, Senator credit is due. Governor uary Congresswoman Nj
Schwarzenegger transformed him­ of San Francisco will b
Dianne Feinstein won handily. She is a seasoned On October 12, 2006 our members at Spicers
self—again—into a moderate in first woman Speaker of tl
legislator who knows and champions the concerns Paper unanimously approved a new four-year con­
2006, just in time to win another four Not only do these ch
of working people. Both Senators Feinstein and tract. The current contract did not expire until Decem­
years in Sacramento. Let’s hope he the Teamsters a voice in t
Boxer will exercise considerable clout in the Senate ber 31, but both parties agreed to early negotiations.
doesn’t go back to the 2005 Arnold process that we haven’t
that now holds a Democrat majority. Business Agents Dominic Chiovare and Bob
that attacked unions and working years; we believe Pelosi
At the state level, Phil Angelides was soundly Aiello, and Shop Stewards Andrew Velez and
families with a vengeance. Too many ted to returning the Demo
defeated by Arnold Schwarzenegger. The Califor­ Robert Pokomey represented Teamsters Local 70.
issues affecting workers need to be to their core principles: \
nia Legislature, however, continues to be dominat­ Wage increases total $2/hour over the four year
addressed rather than wasting our ahead of corporate j
ed by Democrats. The Republican Governor and period. Health and welfare benefits were preserved
time fighting anti-union legislation responding to the issues tl
the Democratic Legislature were able to work and the company is obligated to pay the total pre­
and propositions. all. Health and welfare,
together in the past, especially after Governor mium in year one, with negotiated increases estab­
We have to keep a close eye on wage, college tuition, fa
Schwarzenegger’s ballot initiatives were soundly lished in the contract to offset future health and
Schwarzenegger because as he has workers compensation re
defeated in the prior election. welfare increases. Each year of the contract
proven, we can’t trust him. As our gy and many other iss
We are hopeful that the cooperation forged in the includes pension increases. Our members at Spicers
Legislative Representative, Barry become the agenda insteai
last two years will prompt bipartisan efforts to Paper welcomed the early negotiations and the eco­
Broad, warns; “Stay tuned. Arnold— lobbyists and political spi
address the serious issues that confront California. nomic benefits that resulted.
The Sequel is about to begin.” Locally, Teamster-bac
The attention of both the governor and the legisla­
Taxi Cab association
Regardless of the results, the dates fared extremely we
ture must focus on upgraded infrastructure, access
Teamsters did the right thing by back­ ing Local 70’s ability to
to affordable health care and quality educational In our ongoing efforts to represent Oakland taxi
ing Phil Angelides in the Governor’s solid waste jobs and have
opportunities. We are guardedly optimistic. cab drivers, Business Agent Bob Aiello has devel­
race. For years Phil has stood with us addressed at the City a
NCI arbitration victory oped a comprehensive plan that includes changing
on all the issues. In politics, you can’t levels. Our congratulatioi
the laws that govern the taxi cab industry.
On October 16, 2006, Arbitrator William E. Rik- Sidestepping the difficult issue of taxi cab driv­ always win but you have to support first-time elected City Coi
the candidates who support you. bers Diana Souza in Sa
er issued a precedent-setting decision in a difficult ers characterized as owner-operators or employees,
and Bill Harrison of Fr
case that originated as a grievance between Team­ Aiello has adopted a legislative plan in coordina­ Important national victories
also congratulate San Lea
sters Local 70 and Alameda County Industries. The tion with the East Bay Taxi Drivers Association and
Nationally, the Democratic Party
mayor, Tony Santos. Wi
ruling will provide for back pay and benefits for their council to gain specific ordinance changes
scored a major victory by taking con­
ward to working with the
five drivers who had been placed on unpaid leave from the Oakland City Council. This may be the
when the company could not secure insurance for only way to achieve adequate compensation and
them. Another 18-20 drivers had been on probation long term security for taxi cab drivers.
for the same issue. Parcel inaustry update
In early 2005, AON Risk Services notified ACI
that several drivers had been excluded from liabili­ Negotiations between the Teamsters and UPS
These guys really work at Coi
ty coverage due to their driving records. The com­ continue with meetings scheduled for January 11-
pany was unable to find alternate insurance compa­ 12, 2007, and more slated for the winter and spring.
they look forward to gaining t
nies that would insure drivers based on driving Business Agent Marty Frates is serving as chair­
records. The company then placed the affected man of the UPS Labor Management Union com­
drivers on non-disciplinary unpaid leave of mittee and represents us in these negotiations. He
absence. This action led Local 70 to file a grievance has identified the most critical issues confronting
and ultimately led to the arbitration. our members as protection of health and welfare
The arbitrator acknowledged that the company and pension benefits and job security.
was required to provide specified liability insurance At the same time, contract talks between the
under the franchise agreement and that all drivers Teamsters and UPS Freight continue with the nego­
must be insurable under the minimum requirements. tiations focusing on the Indianapolis drivers and
Further, the company has the right to place an dock workers who selected Teamsters Local 135 to
employee on unpaid leave of absence without incur­ represent them through the card check neutrality
ring a contract violation for specific types of viola­ agreement. Teamsters are represented by Vice Pres­
tions. However, he was not convinced that the com­ ident and Director of Teamsters Parcel and Small
pany was justified in imposing a leave of absence Package Division Ken Hall.
based on insurability in regards to chargeable mov­ These workers are seeking the same protections
ing offenses with penalties imposed. we provide for our members in many of our con­
Arbitrator Riker ruled that the drivers should be tracts: fair pay, good benefits, and adequate work­
reinstated and receive full back pay and benefits ing conditions. We are optimistic that we can
with no loss of seniority for the entire time they achieve our goals. These Coca Cola technicians voted for Local 70 representation in Ju
were on unpaid leave of absence, providing they Christmas and New Years
were physically able to perform their regular duties In the last issue of the Local 70 One under a Fed Ex cam]
during the intervening period. On behalf of all of our Officers and Officials we News, this picture appeared on Page ing. Your editor is proud
We’re pleased that the arbitrator upheld the wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
union’s case and supported the rights of the drivers. Enjoy this special time with your family and friends.
Secretary-Treasurer’s Report
Chuck Mack
Making California a great place to work & play
program has great success
What a difference a year makes. Arnold business of our members. We have our hands full.
Schwarzenegger, politically dead a year ago, beat There’s much work ahead but also a tremendous
jse and Senate. In Jan- As you can see, except for the
Phil Angelides and was reelected Governor. That’s opportunity to build Teamster power and advance
swoman Nancy Pelosi California Governor’s race, the
good news for business but not for workers. the cause of workers and their families.
:isco will become the Teamsters Political Action Program
It will be interesting to see which Arnold
speaker of the House. was very successful. That success is
Schwarzenegger shows up come January 1—the Moving forward at gear’s end
io these changes give a result of your participation and the
anti-union corporate shill of last year or the mod­
a voice in the political hard work of our Worksite Political
erate Democrat of this year. Here’s some good news. Local 70 organized 80
we haven’t had in six Coordinators,
Voters could have done better. Phil Angelides is drivers and dockworkers at USF Bestway’s San
ieve Pelosi is commit- Special thanks to Toney Castro of
the best Governor California never had. He under­ Leandro terminal. The company recognized the
ig the Democratic Party Roadway who recently filled the
stands labor and unions. Workers would have had Local and negotiations will begin in mid-Decem­
Drinciples: putting jobs Coordinator position with dedication
a voice in California decision-making had he been ber. This is the third USF Bestway terminal organ­
orporate greed and and energy; Ken Peluso of Horizon
elected. While we don’t like the outcome, we’re ized in Northern California in the last six months;
the issues that affect us Lines for his help with the phone
willing to work with the Governor to make Cali­ the other two, Modesto Local 386 and Sacramento
nd welfare, minimum banks; John Cortesi who set the stan-
fornia a great place to live, a great place to work, Local 150. Locals 104 Phoenix and 63 Los Ange­
5 tuition, fair taxation, dard for worksite voter registration at
and a great place to raise a family. les have recently asked for recognition too.
)ensation reform, ener- Albertsons and continues to volun-
More good news—the Western Conference of
y other issues should teer his time and knowledge; and
Congress goes blue Teamsters Pension accrual (the amount a member
i;enda instead of corrupt best wishes to Archie McCabe, long-
earns in benefits) will increase from 1.2% to 1.65%
political spin. time Coordinator at Yellow Freight,
California’s gubernatorial disappointment was for calendar year 2007. The increase is a result of
eamster-backed candi- who is retiring this December,
offset by Democrats gaining control of both positive investment income experience. Trustees
ctremely well, solidify- Hopefully we won’t have another
branches of Congress. That is profound. It means will not make a decision beyond 2007 until next
s ability to protect our election for two years. But in the
workers won’t have to watch their backs every year.
ibs and have our issues meantime, we will remain active on
minute of the day - still every hour, but at least not And more good news - AB 2068, authored by
the City and County the political scene—backing legisla-
every minute. Democrats are no panacea for what Assembly Member Pedro Nava, was signed by
mgratulations go out to tion, attending City Council meet-
ails unions but their victory will make all of our Governor Schwarzenegger. As reported earlier, this
ted City Council Mem- ings and, with your help, continuing
tasks a bit easier. Maybe, just maybe, we can move means members can still designate their personal
ouza in San Leandro, to build the Teamsters Political
legislation that will help organize the unorganized. physician for industrial injury treatment rather than
rison of Fremont. We Action Program,
The House and Senate takeover is particularly see a company doctor. The bill, while not every­
late San Leandro’s new Best wishes to all of you and
exciting for those of us in Northern California. thing we wanted, extends personal choice through
Santos. We look for- your families for a wonderful holi-
Nancy Pelosi, George Miller, Tom Lantos, Pete December 2009.
ing with them all. day season.
Stark, Barbara Lee, Zoe Lofgren, Barbara Boxer And, even more good news - Taxi drivers in
and Dianne Feinstein will all play prominent roles Oakland have started to affiliate with Local 70. All
in the next Congress. It’s nice to have friends in totaled, about 150 drivers are paying fees and
high places. being represented.
■ F
There is no place like home, wherever that is. In
Teamsters national election all likelihood we will try and extend the BART lease­
at Coca Cola and
back of our present property. Despite a Herculean
The Teamsters National Election count took effort, we still have not been able to find a suitable
ning their first contract
place in mid-November, the end of a long cam­ location to move. We will continue our efforts but
paign and a long voting period. The votes by mem­ this is bound to run past the first of the year.
ly placement she gave to the picture,
bers strongly validated the leadership and work of On behalf of the Local Officers, Officials and
however she must apologize to the
Jim Hoffa and his administration. Staff, I want to wish all of our members and their
group, because they actually work at
The politics are over. It’s time to get back to the families a most joyous holiday season.
Coca Cola!
And in fact, after a successful
organizing drive in the early summer,
these technicians voted to join Local
70 in July.
Business Agent Lou Marchetti
conducted their first proposal meet­
ing in August and he held his first
negotiations with the company in
October. Marchetti says that he’s
preparing for the second round of
negotiations, which are slated for
early December.
'.ntation in July. “We’re hopeful that by the next
issue of the paper, we’ll be able to
Fed Ex campaign head- announce ratification of a first con­
tor is proud of the love- tract,” Marchetti added.
Page D LOCAL 70 NEWS December 2006/January 2007
Local 70 Website: www.teamsterslocal70.org Local Union 70, City of Oakland, CA
International Brotherhood of Teamsters
What’s new? Check out the newly updated Local 70 TRUSTEES REPORT
website at www.teamsterslocal70.org.
SEPTEMBER 2006
Members are encouraged to visit the site fre­
INCOME
quently for current announcements as new infor­
Membership Dues $209,597.44 Contributions 1,750.00
mation is posted on a regular basis. Initiation and Re-initiation Fees 12,100.37 Benefits Paid 42,064.84
Withdrawals and Transfers 7.00 Funds for transmittal 748.50
Assessments & Fines 3,789.75 Refunds-Dues 1,021.22
Non-member fees 1,676.47 Office and Administrative 28,980.48
Funds for transmittal for members 817.50 Legal Fees 5,867.74
Have you moved? Other Receipts (Schedule A) 23,407.65 Arbitration Fees 550.00
Mandatory Drug Test 249.50 Other Professional Fees 1,902,.93
Total Income $251,645.68 Taxes 7,898.92
Tell us your new address!
EXPENSES Meeting and committee expenses 1,648.35
Auto expenses 4,084.68
Salaries $81,869.15
Don’t miss out on important information distributed to members by mail. Out of town travel expenses 5,138.58
Expense allowances 6,650.00
Other expenses (Schedule B) 9,150.30
Provide Local 70 with your new address and telephone number. Because this Per capita tax 59,681.66
is an election year, it is especially important.
Total expense $259,007.35
Three ways to update your address: Net income ($7,361.67)
A By Phone: Call Local 70 at 800-243-1350 or 510-569-9317
A By Internet: Submit form online at www.teamsterslocaI70.org STATEMENT OF ASSETS & LIABILITIES
A By Mail: Send in a completed Status Change Form (obtain from your As of September 30, 2006
Shop Steward). Assets Sept. 30, 06 Aug. 31, 06 $ Change
General Fund-Checking Acct. 58,555.62 88,215.23 (29,659.61)
Your attention to this important detail will be greatly appreciated.
Petty Cash 850.00 850.00 0.00
General Fund-Savings Acct. 13,703.33 13,654.18 49.15
General Fund-CD 5,677,757.56 5,663,292.50 14,465.06
Cash in Special Funds 32,696.90 32,643.55 53.35
Land 0.00 0.00 0.00
;^e\ TEAMSTERS LOCAL 70 Buildings 0.00 0.00 0.00
Office Fumiture/Equipment 27,054.54 27,054.54 0.00
"" Telephone number and extension list Other Assets 0.00 0.00 0.00
Total Assets $5,810,617.95 $5,825,710.00 ($15,092.05)
Main Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Liabilities & Equity
Credit Cards/MBNA Business Card 0.00 0.00 0.00
Hiring Hall: 510-569-1203 Payroll Liability 0.00 7,730.38 (7,730.38)
Long Term Liabilities: Obligations 0.00 0.00 0.00
(Dial main number plus extension, or direct dial number listed
Total Liabilities 0.00 7,730.38 ( 7,730.38)
Equity
Board Members Office Staff Opening Balance Equity (132,698.93) (132,698.93) 0.00
510-569-9384 *66 Chuck Mack 510-569-9320 *62 Margaret de la O Net Income 5,943,316.88 5,950,678.55 (7,361.67)
Total Equity $5,810,617.95 $5,817,979.62 ($7,361.67)
510-569-0593 *71 Joe Silva 510-636-4789 *61 Gabriela Dimas Total Liabilities & Equity $5,810,617.95 $5,825,710.00 ($15,092.05)
510-569-7202 *75 Rob Dias 510-636-4782 *67 Fahm Saechao
510-636-7937 *65 Milton Lewis 510-569-9322 *72 Regi Swayne
510-569-9325 *25 Larry Aiello 510-636-4783 *74 Martha Cardenas
Schedule A—Other Receipts Schedule B—Other Expenses
510-569-9325 *25 Tim Mosier 510-569-9324 *73 Diane Todaro Sale of Supplies 540.00 Sick Benefit Payments 7,210.00
510-569-9325 *25 Emil Radloff Dispatcher-Custodian Membership Application Fee 30.00 Building Maintenance 960.00
Interest-General Fund checking 23.00 Overpayment on Checkoff 75.00
Business Agents 510-569-1203 *64 Bruce Kelley Interest-Citizens Funds 49.15 Bank Error 117.50
Interest-Washington Mutual Savings 0.73 Pest Control Services 120.00
510-569-3479 *12 Bob Aiello
East Bay Drayage Drivers Trust Interest-Washington Mutual CD 52.62 Gardening Service 325.00
510-635-6847 *11 Robert Bell Health & Welfare (EBDD only) Interest-McM Funds 14,465.06 Drug Test 199.60
Reimbursements-Other Receipts 7,996.09 Nor Cal Teamsters News 143.20
510-569-4665 *13 Dominic Chiovare
510-636-0381 *63 Shirley Fields Insurance (Benevolent) 51.00 Total Other Expenses $9,150.30
510-568-5494 *14 Larry Dias Joint Council 7 Reim for Secty 200.00
510-638-2022 *15 Marty Frates Total Income $23,407.65
510-430-3548 *16 Lou Marchetti
For Local 70 members who are sick or hurt.
Qn ‘Memoria
We want to hear from you—you may have benefits coming.
SICK BENEFIT FUND Local 70 Obituaries
Monthly Meetings—2nd Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.
1-800-243-1350 or 510-569-9317 CRACKBON, Charles, October 20
To be eligible for Sick Benefits, claims must be filed at Local 70’s office within thirty
GORMAN, William. March 28
(30) days of disability. Also, dues for the previous month must have been paid on time.
Sick Benefit Fund Bylaws, Section 4: A member depositing an Honorable With­
PORCH, Mitchell, October 4
drawal Card or Transfer Card, or who is reinstated, shall not be eligible for any dis­
ability benefits due to injury sustained or illness suffered within a six (6) month
RODGERS, William, September 24
period after said Card is deposited, or after said reinstatement; that is, there will be
no liability for payment of benefits for any disability having its inception during the
six (6) month period. All claims must be filed within thirty (30) days after the date VASE, Ray D„ May 13
of eligibility. All claims must be filed previous to transferring from Local No. 70.