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October 2004 IBEW Journal Newly Elected Officers L.U. 654 (i), CHESTER, PAWe thank everyone who participated in the locals election of officers. Despite the weather, it was good to see so many brothers and sisters turn out. Newly elected officers are: Bus. Mgr. Stephen McNally, Pres. Paul Mullen, Vice Pres. Edward Wade, Rec. Sec. James Russell, Fin. Sec. Dennis Nilan and Treas. Allen Embert; Executive Board members William Adams, James Bannan, Robert Hochstuhl, Brian Kelly and Timothy McCarthy; Examining Board members Michael Adams, John Bondrowski and Joseph McCusker. Congratulations to all the officers and thanks to all the members who ran for an office. We also thank the election judge, Bro. Dan Malloy, and the brothers who served as tellers. Now it is time to move the local forward together. Congratulations also to the apprentices who completed their classroom training: Kevin Anderson, Michael Anderson, Matthew Burke, Patrick Dennison, Frank Dostellio Jr., Charles Dunbar, Jason Gambol, Craig Grant, Robert Heck, Kevin Husfelt, Kevin Lajudice, David Lewis, Steve Marigliano, Mark McGranahan, Ronald Merker, Marc Nester, Michael Norman, Brian Oreskovich, Marc Pauline, Jason Quinzi, Steve Schneider, Jacob Schuler, Paul Shiel and Jamie Zenuk. Good luck, brothers. Hope to see you at the meetings. Dan Rafter, P.S. State Certification Required
L.U. 684 (c,i,o,rts&st), MODESTO, CAAfter a hectic summer that saw Local 684 job calls go into Book IIwith school jobs, the TID Co-Gen, Black Oak Casino and food processing projectthe forecast for all looks to be a slower, though sustained pace. Thank-you to all the travelers who helped us maintain this work. New jobs such as the aboveground bid package for the TID Co-Gen, the Gallo Performing Arts Center in Modesto (Collins), a new high school in Modesto (Howe), and the $500 million new Kaiser hospital complex should keep us busy for a while. Word to the wise: You will need state certification to be dispatched after January 1, 2005. But hey, the test is not as hard as it seemed before I took it. Remember to vote for labor friendly candidates. Your vote in this great country of ours is the key to the futureyours and that of your children. Torrey Newton, P.S. All Bushed Out L.U.702 (as,c,catv,cs,em,es,et,govt,it, lctt,mo,mt,o,p,pet,ptc,rtb,rts,se,spa,st,t,u,uow&ws), WEST FRANKFORT, ILAn article in last months issue of the Journal reported that Local 702 members assisted in sending care packages to local members serving on active duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. [See "Currents," page 25, IBEW Journal, September 2004.] Among Local 702 members serving overseas is journeyman lineman Charles "Wes" Briddick, whose father and brother are also local members. We are proud of the Briddick family and their commitment to Local 702. We are very close to the presidential election. Brothers and sisters, this is our yearthis is the year that all members recognize we cannot take another term of "Dubya." Everyone is all "Bushed" out. Vote for the working class and the respect we so deserve. Marsha Steele, P.S. Congratulations to Retirees
L.U. 704 (catv,em&i), DUBUQUE, IAPictured in the accompanying photo are Bros. Bill McGovern, Bill Eichman and Harry Noesges receiving their 55-year awards at the June 2004 Retirees Club monthly meeting. Bro. Carl Oppelt, former president of the local, presented the awards. On Aug. 2, 2004, Apogent Technologies was purchased by Fisher-Scientific Corp. Barnstead International is a subsidiary of Apogent. Local 704 anticipates continuing a good working relationship with Fisher-Scientific as we have had over the years with Barnstead International. On July 25, 2004, Local 704 ratified a new four-year agreement with Bodine Electric of Peosta, IA. The interest-based bargaining method was utilized and both sides are pleased with the outcome of the negotiation process. Bodine Electric, which employs 130 people, was organized by Local 704 in 2000. Condolences to the family of Lauren Trudo, who passed away May 26, 2004. Bro. Trudo was initiated as an IBEW member in 1952. At the time of this writing, Local 704 still has members on Book I. With present jobs starting, we hope to have all local members employed this fall. Ron Heitzman, P.S. Make a Difference: Vote L.U. 716 (em,i,rts&spa), HOUSTON, TXUnfortunately, the work picture in Houston is still slow. We hope things will pick up soon. Thank you to all the local unions that have put our members to work. With Local 716 elections over, our officers are: Bus. Mgr./Fin. Sec. John E. Easton Jr., Pres. David R. Alley, Vice Pres. E. Dale Wortham, Treas. Sidney A. Tarter and Rec. Sec. Ronald J. Barrow; Executive Board members C.A. "Charlie" Biddle, John W. Bogney, Patricia L. Burnham, Fred D. Ellis Jr., Robert E. Fulcher, Jerry Gonzales Jr. and Mark E. Landrum; Examining Board members Dennis B. Johnson; Tony A. Orta, Ray A. Rath, Adrian M. Sauceda and Turner J. Wright. As November nears please remember to exercise your right to vote. Early voting begins Oct. 18 and ends Oct. 29 with Election Day on Nov. 2. If all of labor will mobilize and vote, we can make a difference in this election. We encourage all members to participate in the PAC Fund and also to get involved in your area Democratic organizations. We cannot afford to let voter apathy hinder our labor movement. We also ask our members to fill out a new Authorization for Representation card. John E. Easton Jr., B.M./F.S. |
