It is with much sadness I inform you of the passing of Local 894 retiree Walter “Wally” Weir on Tuesday, June 22, 2010 in his 70th year. Wally was initiated into Local 894 in 1971 and retired in July 2006. We send our sincere condolences to his family, relatives and friends. Wally will be dearly missed but not forgotten.
This year’s tournament was very successful despite all the threats of thunderstorms etc. We didn’t have as many people out as last year probably because of the threat of bad weather. The course was in great shape and everyone had a great time. On behalf of all the participants I sincerely thank the following people for donating their valuable time to organize this event: Tammy, Terry Dorgan, Gerry Scratch and Brian Pomeroy. You did an excellent job. We also wish to thank the following for donations to the prize table: Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation, The State Group, Guild Electric, Robertson Bright Inc., Comstock, Black & McDonald Nuclear Division, Safeguards Technologies LLC, Challenger Electric, Local Electric, Gerry Scratch and John Grimshaw, Business Manager of Local 105 Hamilton and President of the IBEW- CCO. We also thank the staff at Wolf Run Golf Club for a great day on a well groomed course and providing an excellent lunch. I encourage everyone to enjoy the summer with your family and friends and hope to see you again next year.
Please see enclosed flyer
Local 894 Education Committee has purchased laptop computers for members to take home on loan with a Virtual Motor Control Course program installed. It is great learning program for both journeymen and apprentices. If you wish to try it out please contact the office to make arrangements.
Carpenter’s Local 397 Fundraising Tournament: Saturday, July 24, 2010 - Baxter Creek
Winners of draw: Gerry Scratch, Bob Dochuk, Paul Rogers, Raye West
Clarington Mayor’s Classic Charity Tournament: Thursday, July 15, 2010
Winners of draw: John Gillett, Terry Dorgan, Paul Rogers, Bob Dochuk
July 8, 2010 @ 6:00 p.m. at Local 894 offices
Contact Terry Dorgan for details.
1. To send Local 894 President to the All Canada Progress Meeting: PASSED
2. To send all elected officers to the All Canada Progress Meeting: PASSED
3. To reduce apprentices stab contributions from $2.00 per hour to $1.00 per hour and add $1.00 to their base rate and vacation pay. PASSED
1. To approve $3,000.00 to cover accommodations and travel expenses for Local 894 ball team to attend and represent Local 894 at the
OPC Ball Tournament in Barrie, Ontario hosted by Local 1739 on September 17-18, 2010. Funds to be paid from General Fund.
2. To approve a maximum of $10,000.00 to support municipal politicians that have shown their support for labour friendly and union friendly policies
in the 2010 municipal elections. Funds to be paid from the General Fund and dispersed at the discretion of the Local 894 Political action Committee.
3. To approve $2,500.00 as a sponsor to the Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation’s 10th Annual Gala. Funds to be paid from the General Fund.
Above motions by Terry Dorgan: Card #D875270
Our next meeting with EPSCA is scheduled for Thursday, July 8, 2010. Our conciliation officer will be present at this meeting. If a settlement cannot be reached at this time we can file for a “no board report”. At that time a special called meeting will be called for a strike vote. If the results of the vote give the negotiating committee a strike mandate the IBEW will be in a legal strike position fourteen days after the no board report has been issued. This does not necessarily mean we will go on strike, but it certainly gives the negotiating committee some bargaining power in negotiations.
The membership authorized paying the $350.00 entry fee for the OPC Ball Tournament and also the purchase of new ball shirts and hats for a maximum of $1,000.00.
Anyone interested in assisting on the Entertainment Committee please contact President Randy O’Neill in writing.
There will be a draw for two members at the July General Meeting to attend this tournament.
The Ministry of Revenue has announced that they will be maintaining the 8% Retail Sales Tax (RST) on health and welfare premiums payments that are currently taxed under (RST). Therefore, for Members who are paying direct for the Benefit Plan there will be no changes to the tax charges.
General Motors – Comstock, State, Bright, W.S. Nicholls, Sutherland Schultz
Purdue Pharma - Challenger Electric
Ajax Hospital – Ozz Electric
Oshawa Hospital – Guild Electric
UOIT – Ontario Electric, Birnie Electric
Duffins Creek Water Treatment – Quantech Electric
OPG Pickering – Black & Mac, Aecon, Safeguards Technologies
OPG Darlington – Black & Mac, Aecon
Indoor Soccer Field, Oshawa Civic – Birnie Electric
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Don't Work Live - Stay Alive
John Gillett
Business Manager
IBEW Local 894
Oshawa & District