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Leadership Elected
L.U. 697 (i), GARY AND HAMMOND, INThis past June Bro. Robert Anadell was elected for a third term as business manager/financial secretary, and Pres. Curtis Lesnick, Vice Pres. Wayne Oosterhoff and Treas. David Beanblossom were re-elected. Bro. Jim Simmons was elected as our new recording secretary, and returning to the Executive Board are Paul Anderson, David Frohnapple and Jeff Nimon. Newly elected to the Executive Board are Brian Flannery and Larry Siagle II.

Our Examining Board will consist of Bros. Jerry Ehresman, Jack Nimon and Dan Ziegler. Delegates to the Indiana State Building and Construction Trades Convention are Ray Kasmark and Wayne Oosterhoff. Bros. Larry Slagle II and Daniel Waldrop were chosen as delegates to the Indiana State AFL-CIO Convention.

We would like to express our congratulations to these leaders and give them our support and prayers.

David A. Soderquist, P.S.

Brothers on the Bay

Local 743, Reading, PA, brothers who attended the annual fishing trip down the Chesapeake Bay.

L.U. 743 (em&i), READING, PAWe recently had our annual fishing trip down the Chesapeake Bay. The 67 attending brothers caught many fish, the biggest of which was 33 1/2 inches long, caught by Bro. Dave Singer.

Our Calpine Ontelaunee Power Plant project is winding down. The completion of these projects always come with mixed emotions. We are thankful for the employment they provided us, proud of our finished product, and sad to see the work come to an end.

Congratulations to Bros. Randy Kieffer, Mel Fishburn and Dave Paskowski on their recent appointments. Bro. Randy Kieffer was appointed an International Representative for the Third District after serving Local 743 as organizer and then as business manager. Bro. Mel Fishburn is the new business manager and Bro. Dave Paskowski is the new business agent. Best wishes to all.

David W. Paskowski, P.S.

Number One PriorityVote

Local 915, Tampa, FL, members at work on the Unit 4 Vandolah Power house in Wauchula, FL

L.U. 915 (i&mt), TAMPA, FLThe completion of three powerhouse jobsall at one timehas put more people on Book I than ever in the history of Local 915. At present, we have well over 300 members on Book I, and this, coupled with the present Republican "trickle down" philosophy that never reached the blue-collar worker, has many members searching for employment. Yes, we are salting, but we still have many willing workers unemployed!

If ever the importance of getting involved in politics was apparent, it is definitely now. Our unemployment problem is not just a local problem; its a national one. The present government policies of altering federal requirements on construction projects, bypassing clean air standards on powerhouses, cutting funds for OSHA, NLRB and other programs that benefit all construction workers is a slap in the face.

We as labor have an obligation and a right to keep informed about political action that affects our families and us. Voting has to be number one priority for all IBEW members everywhere.

Bob Kaiser, P.S.

Organizing Workshop

Local 1007, Edmonton, AB, Canada, members working in groups at the recent Organizing Workshop.

L.U. 1007 (t&u), EDMONTON, AB, CANADAIn June, 19 members participated in a two-day Organizing Workshop to explore options on how to increase our membership. The participants included two business managers and members from the Executive and Unit Boards. Members worked in random groups, sharing ideas from different perspectives, and reinforcing camaraderie among the members.

Under the guidance of First Dist. Int. Rep. Larry Schell, a mission statement was generated, as well as short and long-term goals. An action plan was also developed setting clear goals and objectives, allowing for accountability and monitoring, so evaluations can be made when circumstances change. Thanks to all who participated.

Three longtime members recently retired. They are 27-year member Doug Striker (Civic Unit), 23-year member Rudy Kosch (EPCOR Unit) and 24-year member Roy John (EPCOR Unit). Congratulations, and best of luck in your retirement.

Dale Southwood, P.S.

Bob Fullex Mourned
L.U. 1249 (catv,lctt,o,t&u), SYRACUSE, NYWe are saddened to report the recent passing of Bro. Robert T. Fullex. Bob was initiated into our tree chapter in 1967. He was appointed assistant business manager in 1972 and was responsible for line clearance tree trimmers and several municipal/coop power companies throughout the jurisdiction. He served in this capacity until his retirement in 1999. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his wife and family.

Local elections were held in June and Bus. Mgr. John Bishko was re-elected to another three-year term. Other elected officers are Pres. Bill Boire, Vice Pres. Joe Leahey, Rec. Sec. Marty Riester, Fin. Sec. Tina Prosonic and Treas. Jerry Ashlaw. The Executive Board members are Dave Beatty, Charlie Brigham, Rick French, Steve Karboski, Tim Keck and Dennis Morgan. Congratulations to all.

Work throughout the jurisdiction has remained very good. We have had the opportunity to put some traveling members to work and we thank them for the fine job they are doing.

Joseph T. Leahey, P.S.