September 2007 751 AERO MECHANIC Page

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It Pays toBe Union

Helping Hand

Contract enforcementbrings additional moneyfor two members

VRC’s and Union teamup to help memberreturn to work afterinjury

Effective September 7, 2007, a 23cent cost-of-living adjustment(COLA) will be added to the hourlywage rate for IAM members atBoeing. This brings the total hourlyCOLA gain under the currentcontract to 93 cents.

The new 23 cents wasgenerated for the quar-ter May, June andJuly 2007. COLAis generated quarterly under the IAMcontract and is based on the federalgovernment’s Consumer Price Index.The next quarterly COLA paymentwill be December 7, 2007.

On August 6th, Boeingheld a ‘pep’ rally to helpraise awareness of the ad-vantages of the Boeing767 Advanced Tanker andto thank 767 employeesfor their hard work. Theevent was part of a finalpush before the Air Forcedecides who will build itsaerial refueling tankerslater this year. The eventalso provided an opportu-nity to outline the eco-nomic benefits of a Boeingtanker, including 44,000jobs with roughly 9,000here in Washington State.The contract would add an estimated $400 millionannually to Washington’s economy – not to mentionmany of those jobs would go to 751 members.

The Everett event was just one of many ralliesacross the country designed to solidify political sup-port for the Boeing tanker. Some of the program’s bestcheerleaders were on hand in the Everett factory to toutthe benefits of a Boeing tanker, including SenatorPatty Murray, Congressman Norm Dicks, Congress-man Rick Larsen and Congressman Jay Inslee – not tomention a crowd of proud Boeing employees.

District 751 President Tom Wroblewski spoke withBoeing Commercial CEO Scott Carson before the

With one year until our con-tract expires with Boeing, theUnion kicked off a year-long campaign designedto get members in-volved, define issues,improve communica-tion and capitalize onour bargaining positionnext year.

“It’s Our Time, ThisTime!” is the slogan which re-flects the mood of the membership– we make Boeing successful and shouldget a fair share of the profit we helpgenerate.

The preliminary contract surveyshowed members have high expecta-

tions for the contract next yearand are looking for signifi-

cant gains in many areas ofthe contract. Look for thesecond survey to be dis-tributed in October andto focus on health care/dental issues. Surveyswill continue through-

out the next year to helpprioritize and define issues

of importance to our mem-bers.

In September, Union Business Repsbegan shop floor meetings to help com-municate with the members, answer ques-tions, and increase visibility. In addition,focus groups are being initiated as an-

23¢ COLA onSeptember 7

rally about the importance of securing the tanker. Henoted that the Machinists Union, along with other laborunions at Boeing, have been pushing for not only aBoeing 767 tanker, but to ensure it is an American-made tanker – bringing more of the production workback to the U.S. since American taxpayers are the

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L to R: Steward Leo Walton, HSI Site Committeemember Jason Redrup, Business Rep Jon Holdenand member Doug Sandberg review safety proce-dures for a new Skydrol system in Everett.

Stop for SafetyWhen 751 member Doug Sandberg had safety con-

cerns he felt were not being addressed, he knew exactlywho to call – his Union Steward Leo Walton, who inturn called Business Rep Jon Holden. Within hours oftalking to his Steward, a walk through was scheduledwith Jason Redrup (a Union member on the IAM/Boeing Joint Programs HSI Site Committee), Environ-ment Health & Safety (formerly SHEA), and otherSafety personnel. After the initial meeting, the 11 itemsof concern had increased to 32 action items – with eachissue being assigned to specific people to ensure reso-lution.

Working together to provide an open line of commu-nication, these groups made certain that Doug’s con-cerns would be addressed. As a result, proper training isbeing provided for appropriate employees. In addition,

other avenue for members to give inputand feedback.

September 7th marked the date whenemployees on the payroll earned a $3,000lump sum bonus (to be paid on or beforeDecember 1st). This is a Union-negotia-tion benefit. The bonus could be an ex-cellent way to start a negotiations fund tobe prepared for next year.

Throughout the year look for variousvisibility items to be distributed to helpincrease awareness. Pre-contract t-shirtscontinue to be a hot item, as many shopshave designated Wednesdays as Unionsolidarity day. We will have additionalvisibility items such as buttons, stickersand new pens to increase awareness onthe upcoming Boeing contract.

Touting a 767 Aerial Tanker

Congressman Jay Inslee voiced his strong support for Boeing’s aerial tanker.He was joined by others in the Washington Congressional delegation.

751PresidentTomWroblewski(l) andCommercialCEO ScottCarsondiscuss aBoeingtanker.

Boeing 767 Airbus Boeing 767Tanker Tanker Advantage

Tankers needed for mission 144 189 45 less planes

Fuel burned by tanker 26.7M lbs 42.2M lbs $$ saved & more fleet fuel for receivers

# of overseas operating 9 14 5 less bases bases used

Total distance to and 272,000 659,000 More crew time from orbits miles miles for tanker missions

Comparing the Tankers*

*Boeing estimates using real USAF tanker operation scenarios basedon Operation Iraqi Freedom activities on 03/31/03

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Tommy WilsonRoy Moore

Paul KnebelMark B. Johnson

Ray BaumgardnerEmerson Hamilton

Stan JohnsonPaul MillikenRon Bradley

Jimmy DarrahHeather Barstow

Jon HoldenDon Morris

Richard JacksonUnion Business Representatives

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Connie Kelliher, EditorMember of The Newspaper Guild,

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REPORT FROM THE PRESIDENT

751 AERO MECHANIC

District Lodge 751,International Assn. of

Machinists andAerospace Workers

One Year Out Signals Need for Every Member to Get Involvedby Tom Wroblewski,District President

James CoatsSergeant-at-Arms

751 members working at BAE Plat-form Solutions voted unanimously toaccept a new three-year contract on Au-gust 22nd – confirming the contract metmembers’ expectations. These memberstest and install precision electronic equip-ment for Boeing aircraft.

The contract made solid gains in manyareas including:

• General Wage In-creases each year of thecontract (4%, 3%, 3%)

• An additional 2percent Companymatch on 401K (nowwill be 75¢ for first 8%of contributions)

• Increased companycontributions to theIAM pension each yearof the contract bringingtotal contribution rateto $2.45 per hour.

• Changed sick leaveto personal time off,which can be used anyway the employeewants. Instead of re-ceiving 48 hours per year, it increased to60 hours per year.

• Expanded bereavement leave to in-clude brother-in-law and sister-in-law.

• Enhanced dental benefit to coverimplants.

• A $2,000 lump sum payment dueSeptember 1, 2007.

• $75 safety shoe reimbursement.

• New hearing aid benefit of $1,000per ear every three years.

• Option to purchase an additionalweek of vacation (to be paid over theentire year).

“I appreciate the hard work our Unionteam did for us. I was very pleased thatissues we identified as in need of im-provement were addressed,” stated mem-

ber Chuck Hurry. “I was surprised at thelevel of improvement that was gained.There were some items such as convert-ing the sick leave over to paid time offand increasing the number of hours wasmost surprising. I was glad to see animprovement in the pension plan contri-bution, which will go a long way for abetter retirement. The numerous im-

provements to our contract again showwhy it’s important to have union repre-sentation.”

Thanks to the Union negotiators Busi-ness Rep Ron Bradley and Richard Jack-son, Administrative Assistant JimBearden, along with District 751 Presi-dent Tom Wroblewski.

“I am so glad that we have a greatteam looking out forus,” noted UnionSteward JamesKamaka. “This con-tract is great, andthe nice thing wasthat we did not haveto wait for the lastday to vote on it.Thank you for thehard work in get-ting us a wonderfulcontract.”

Ray Ortonstated, “As I told mywife, I’m a little dis-appointed that Ididn’t get my birth-day off with pay.

Other than that I can’t say enough abouthow much I appreciate what an excellentcontract my union negotiators obtainedfor us! Thanks again.”

The contract ratification in Washing-ton comes just weeks before negotia-tions open for nearly 400 members ofDistrict 776 working at BAE in Irving,Texas.

I hope each of you en-joyed your Union-negotiatedLabor Day holiday, whichsignaled one year until ourcurrent contract expires withBoeing. Our slogan “It’sOur Time...This Time” re-flects our strong bargaining position andemphasizes the need for Boeing to sharetheir profits with our members who gen-erated that success.

As part of our stragetic plan to edu-cate and involve members, we will high-light a different topic for each of the next12 months. In addition, you will see anumber of visibility items to help raiseawareness and serve as a reminder of theupcoming negotiations.

There will be various activities so

each member can provideinput whether it is throughUnion Stewards, filling outsurveys, at shop floor meet-ings or in focus groups at theUnion halls. Two-way com-munication is vital to the pro-cess.

I would hope that seniormembers will reach out to

our new members and educate them onthe history of our negotiations, as well asthe various steps throughout the process.Every member will play a critical role inensuring our success.

September 7th marked the date whenemployees on the payroll earned a $3,000lump sum bonus (to be paid on or beforeDecember 1st). We are pushing Boeingto allow members the option of puttingthe lump sum into their VIP as anotherway to enhance retirement options for

our members. While Boeing is still look-ing at the legal ramifications, we hope tohave an answer well before the lumpsum is paid out so members will know inadvance their available options. Savingthis lump sum is an excellent way toenhance a strike fund and get furtherprepared for negotiations.

Our first contract survey results havebeen tabulated. You identified many ar-eas needing improvement. In past nego-tiations, the Union shared extensive sur-vey results; however, this gave the Com-pany a huge advantage in knowing thepriority of your issues. Therefore, wewill be very careful in how much of thesurvey results we publish. I can tell you,the usual issues are still top prioritiessuch as Pension, Health Care, Wages,and Job Security. In addition, severaleconomic issues were also at the top –specifically overdue general wage in-

Solid Gains Win 100 Percent Approval at BAE

A Personal Strike Fund Can Save Your Baconby Jim Kakuschke

Contract negotiations with Boeing are drawing closer.This time next year we will voting on a new agreement. Wehope to get a good contract without resorting to a strike – butas we know from 2005, you cannot predict what will happen.

We know how important it is to put some money aside intoa personal strike fund just in case we need to strike. The strikechecks from the International, which don’t start until the thirdweek, help but are not enough to pay the bills. Those who putaside three months’ pay are in the best shape.

What if you haven’t been putting money into your personalstrike fund or if you were hired recently and haven’t had threeyears to save? Here are a few ideas that may help.

• In December, 2007 those on the payroll on September 7,2007 will receive a Union-negotiated $3000 bonus. Thiswould go a long way to feather a strike fund.

• The $3000 bonus could earn more interest if you put itinto a certificate of deposit (CD).

• Use your 2007 tax refund to enhance your strike fund.• Each payday put what you can into your personal strike

fund account.• Put off buying any big ticket items until after contract

negotiations. Don’t go further into debt.• If you are getting a mortgage, consider the AFL-CIO

Union Plus mortgage which gives some payment relief if youare on strike. Go to www.unionplus.com for details.

• What ideas do you have? Write them down and sendthem to the Aero Mechanic Newspaper, 9125 15th Place S.,Seattle WA 98108.

The great thing about a personal strike fund is not only canit save your bacon if we have to strike, but if we don’t strike(and I hope we don’t have to) you can use it for a downpayment on a car or something else you need, or even saveit for the following contract so you have an even bigger strikesecurity fund. Think about it!

creases and increasing the minimum ratesfor all labor grades.

Members have identified many areas ofthe contract as needing improvements andhave high expectations for the upcomingcontract. Together, we will be successfulbecause “It’s Our Time, This Time!”

Finally, congratulations to our mem-bers at BAE for their successful negotia-tions and a contract that was unanimouslyratified. They made solid gains in manyareas of the contract – demonstrating thevalue of their skills.

Also thanks to the members at FiltronaExtrusions in Yakima who voted to au-thorize strike sanction by 91 percent.This was an impressive vote and show ofsolidarity which will hopefully spur thecompany to expedite negotiations for afirst contract for this group of talentedworkers.

L to R: Administrative Assistant Jim Bearden, Business Reps Ron Bradleyand Richard Jackson work on a Union proposal for BAE. District 751President Tom Wroblewski was also one of the Union negotiators.

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POLITICAL ACTION

On July 31, over fifty 751 membersand other concerned citizens gathered infront of the gates of Toray Compositesnear theFrederickson Boeingplant to highlight theneed for the Em-ployee Privacy Act.This legislation,which will be intro-duced in the 2008legislative session,would prohibit em-ployers from holdingmandatory coercivemeetings on religion,politics or Union or-ganizing (see facts onEmployee PrivacyAct box for moreinfo).

No worker shouldhave to choose be-tween their job andthe right to have Union representation.Yet according to the NLRB, every 23minutes a worker in the U.S. is fired orpenalized for supporting a union – eventhough it is their “right” under federallaw. Rather than simply citing statisticsat the rally, 751 brought two real lifeworkers who have experienced this tragicinjustice – Jonathan Doddo and JenniferKrysiak. Representative Tom Campbell,who is a co-sponsor of the bill, alsoturned out to demonstrate his support.

The rally was held at Toray Compos-ites, which is a Boeing subcontractor,because it is a prime example of why theact is needed.

As a former Toray employee, Jonathanwas one of the strongest Union advo-cates at Toray. He planned to testify at ahearing in Olympia on the subject, buthad second thoughts after seeing Torayofficials in the hearing room.

Although he chose not to testify, he

recalls 2-3 hour mandatory coercivemeetings at Toray where employees wereintimidated with anti-union messages.

Jonathan describedthe meetings asbringing out the“Fear Factor” whichleft those who werepro-union feelinglike they had a targeton their back.

Just a few days af-ter attending thehearing in Olympiato ban mandatorycoercive meetings,Jonathan experi-enced retaliation firsthand. Even though hewas allergic tochemicals and re-minded managementof this, Toray trans-ferred him to a sec-

tion dealing with chemicals and uncuredproducts. He broke out after just one dayin the new area and was sent to medicalwhich placed him on FMLA to keep himfrom filing an L&I claim. Rather thanwaiting indefinitely to return to Toray,Jonathan began searching for a better joband with the help of the Machinists Union,he was subsequently hired at Boeing.

“It is amazing how different the workatmosphere is at Boeing. Managers thankme for my contribution. I am given allthe safety equipment/information neededand can openly support the Union,” statedJonathan. “The Employee Privacy Actwould allow people to exercise theirright to unionize.”

Jennifer Krysiak worked at North-west Etch Tech for 10 years. She wasfrustrated at the treatment she receivedand the fact she was taking on addedresponsibilities for no additional com-pensation. She decided to try to make it

better for everyone and contacted theMachinists Union. Unfortunately, shetold her Lead she contacted the Union.Shortly after that, she was fired.

“I know I was a good employee. Thecompany had me training other peopleand fixing parts others scrapped,” Jenni-fer stated. “I always believe somethinggood will happen and want to show myco-workers that is true. A lot of thepeople are afraid of the consequences ifthey talk to the Union. It is their right andone they should be able to make freely

What does the Bill do?1. Makes it unlawful for an em-

ployer to require its employees toattend or participate in meetings wherethe employer lectures on religion, poli-tics, or labor organizing.

2. Prohibits the discharge or disci-pline of employees’ who report suchunlawful, coerced meetings.

3. Provides a civil court remedyfor injunctive and equitable relief.Workers who have been retaliatedagainst must bring action in superiorcourt within 90 days.

Q: Why is this bill necessary?A: Current law allows employers

to force workers to attend “manda-tory coercive” meetings where theemployer or their agent urges theirown political, religious or unionviews. Workers can be fired or disci-plined for speaking up at these meet-ings or for refusing to go to them.These meetings are the most coerciveform of employer interference in unionrepresentation drives and they are usedover 90% of the time.

Q: Does the bill limit employerfree speech?

A: No. Employers are totally freeto voice their opinions, conduct meet-

ings and give lectures. This bill justprotects a worker’s right to walk awayand not listen. It eliminates force andcoercion.

Q: Won’t the bill be preempted bythe National Labor Relations Act?

A: No. The U.S. Supreme Courthas made clear that “States possessbroad authority under their police pow-ers to regulate the employment rela-tionship to protect workers within thestate.” State and local laws can and doregulate minimum employment stan-dards that are not preempted by Na-tional Labor Law, e.g., minimumwage, just cause terminations, anti-discrimination protections, etc. TheNLRB General Counsel under Presi-dent Clinton has testified, “I believe astate is not preempted from providingprotection to employees who choosenot to listen to an employer’s views onunionization.”

Q: Will an employment standardthat protects workers from coerciveactivities be bad for business?

A: We would hope not. Good cor-porate citizenship includes treatingworkers, unions, and the communitywith dignity and respect.

Facts on Employee Privacy Act

At the Washington State Labor Coun-cil convention in August, District Lodge751 was honored with the Power to thePeople Award for our activities in politi-cal action. Specifically, 751 was creditedwith helping Senator Steve Hobbs winhis race in the 44th District.

Senator Hobbs wrote, “When I heardthat IAM 751 had received the Power tothe People award, I was proud, but Iwasn’t at all surprised. The determinedeffort to get out the vote provided by theLabor Neighbor program drove a stakeinto the heart of anti-labor legislatorsand sent a shock wave throughout Wash-

ington State. The Labor Neighbor pro-gram is just another example that theAmerican Worker and the labor move-ment are not to be taken for granted.

For weeks leading up to the election, Isaw the red, white and blue of Machin-ists’ jackets as labor members knockedon the doors of fellow brothers and sis-ters. At no time did they let up or quit. Ifor one have no doubt that the Machinistsand the Labor Neighbor program made ahuge difference in my election to theSenate. I owe my friends in labor, espe-cially IAM 751, a huge debt of gratitudefor their role in toppling a 12-year incum-

Bill Proposed to ProtectWorkers’ Right to Choose

751 Presented ‘Power to the People’ Awardbent who had voted against workingfamilies over 84 percent of the time.

Along with my congratulations forthis award, I must remind everyone thatthe fight is still not over! With the 2008elections just around the corner, it willsoon be time to mobilize the power oflabor once again and those who go againstworking families will know defeat asthey see red, white and blue jackets can-vassing across their district.”

Thanks to all the members who havevolunteered to make our political effortssuccessful and to work on various cam-paigns and get-out-the-vote drives.

L to R: 751 Organizer Jesse Cote, State Rep Tom Campbell, and 751 Presi-dent Tom Wroblewski listen to Jonathan Doddo describe conditions at TorayComposites. Rep Campbell sponsored the Employee Privacy Act to giveworkers a free choice on unionization.

Jennifer Krysiak who experiencedretaliation after trying to union-ize her workplace.

Diane McDaniel (r) presents District751 President Tom Wroblewski (l)with the ‘Power to the People’ awardfor 751’s tremendous volunteer effortson political action.

without fear of retaliation.” Once againwith the help of the Machinists UnionJennifer is now working under a Unioncontract at the Boeing Company.

751 Organizer Jesse Cote declared,“These two individuals decided to standup for themselves and their co-workers.They did the right thing. What happenedto them is not right. We need to fix it atthe state level first because we can’tseem to get there on a federal level. TheEmployee Privacy Act is a good firststart.”

Helping to handbill Toray employees L to R: Pat Augustin, Gary Boulch, JoeCrockett, Chuck Craft and Business Rep Tommy Wilson.

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customers pay-ing the bill.

Senator PattyM u r r a ycomplimentedthe Boeing em-ployees “whoare the bestworkforce in theentire world”and have aproven recordbuilding tankers.She notedBoeing is cur-rently on the fifthgeneration oftankers whilethis would be the very first one for Air-

bus.Dicks was

confident theBoeing planeis the rightplane and usesone-fifth lessfuel than thec o m p e t i n ga i r p l a n e ,which willequate toabout a $10billion sav-ings over thelife of the air-

planes. “In every comparison, the 767 issuperior to Airbus.We will win onmerit,” Dicks de-clared before list-ing some of the ad-vantages of aBoeing tanker (seechart on page 1).

The thought ofa foreign companybuilding our tankerdoesn’t sit wellwith many mem-bers of the U.S.Congress or a lotof U.S. citizens.

RepresentativeRick Larsen noted,“We need to keep

jobs here in America. We need to ensurewe have a national defense industry basedin this country.”

Congressman Jay Inslee took a swingat Airbus and compared the competitionto the World Series of aerial refueling.“When it’s the bottom of the ninth, andthe bases are loaded, you do not put in anew recruit from single-A baseball fromFrance who may be good at soccer butshould never play baseball,” stated Inslee.

“They’ve built a plane in France andslapped an American decal on the out-side. We don’t need a plane with anAmerican label on the outside,” Insleedeclared. “We need a plane with Ameri-can know-how on the inside.”

Touting the Merits of a Boeing Aerial 767 TankerContinued from page 1 Dicks dismissed recent speculations

that the Air Force might split the contractbetween Boeing and Airbus. “The otherguy says they want to split the buy,”Dicks said. “Usually when you want tosplit the buy, you’re not very confident inyour hand.”

With the decision coming later thisyear, it was important to again highlightthe advantages of a Boeing plane. 751again stepped up its efforts sending anopen letter to Congress encouraging sup-port for the Boeing contract, as well as tobring much of the manufacturing workback to the U.S.

Members of the Coalition of LaborUnions at Boeing (CLUB) hosted a specialmeeting August 6 with U.S. Representa-tive Norm Dicks (D-6th district) to discussBoeing’s bid to land the U.S. Air Forcetanker contract. Yet the group also seizedthe opportunity to explore other options tokeep work in the state and stop potentialoffloads.

Beyond just securing the tanker, thegroup asked the Congressman to helpexplore other possibilities aimed at keep-ing or increasing jobs here in Washing-ton – specifically in answer to Boeing’sconcerns about flight line capacity. As apotential solution, the Union is lookingat alternative locations such as McChordAir Force Base. Another idea is to geteconomic development grants to bringthe Boeing facility at Moses Lake up tospeed. Dicks asked for additional infor-mation and agreed to help explore theoptions.

Dicks has been one of the biggest champions of secur-ing the 767 tanker deal with the Air Force and is pushing

other Congressional reps to support a Boeing tanker.“On the merits, Boeing has a great chance to win this

C.L.U.B. Asks Dicks to Help Obtain More Work

L to R: Scott Harper (SPFPA 3), Bob Gorman (SPEEA), District Secretary-Treasurer Susan Palmer, Congressman Norm Dicks, 751 Organizer Jesse Cote,751 Political Director Larry Brown, and Karen McLean (SPEEA). The C.L.U.B.asked Congressman Norm Dicks to explore new options to retain and attractadditional jobs, as well as bringing more of the tanker work back to the U.S.

bid,” said Dicks, citing the fuel effi-ciencies that could save about $10 bil-lion over the life of the planes.

The CLUB is pushing the issue ofdomestic content with the federal law-makers - making the case that manufac-turing more of the plane in the UnitedStates versus overseas makes sense froma military and economic perspective.Dicks was less optimistic of bringing767 work back to America.

“I’ve talked to Boeing’s people inWashington and told them people wantmore of the 767 tanker built in thestates,” Rep Dicks said, but he didn’thear any reassurance in response.

Members of CLUB plan to send afollow-up letter to Dicks regarding thetanker and other issues discussed. Inaddition, the CLUB will continue tomeet with other federal delegates re-garding Boeing’s 767 tanker bid.

The Air Force expects to announceits decision on the $30 billion contract to build 179 newtankers by December or January.

Tom Hughes is one of the hundredsof skilled 751 members who workon the 767 line.

Steward Mayo Powell (US Made sign) was one of the members asking tobring more of the tanker work back to America.

Senator PattyMurray has continu-ally fought for aBoeing tanker.

‘Bring tanker work home‘ is the message.

Open Letter to Washington State Congressional Delegation- Re: TankerThe time is long past for the U.S. Air Force to replace its aging fleet of air refueling tankers.The last of the 410 KC-135’s using the Boeing 707 airframe was delivered in 1965. This is a tiredold plane in disrepair and should be replaced immediately. Later this year the Air Force will selectits replacement. The Boeing Company with its KC-767 is competing against its Europeancommercial airplane rival Airbus and its KC-30 (A-330 airframe).

The Machinists Union strongly believes the right choice for the Air Force tanker is theBoeing KC-767 Advanced Tanker. This new tanker must be built in America by Americanworkers. For years our union has worked with the Boeing Company to lobby Congress for anAmerican-made tanker, specifically the KC-767.

The KC-767 is so efficient it will require fewer airfields to support the fleet, save vastquantities of fuel leaving more available for refueling and thereby costing the taxpayers lessmoney. This airplane has proven itself with a track record of success and uniquely complementsevery other piece of aviation equipment in the U.S. military inventory. The American taxpayerinvestment in this technically superior product will pay long term dividends.Lobbying on behalf of its airplane Boeing contends the Air Force will be buying an “AmericanMade” tanker. The program will be providing 44,000 U.S. jobs, and provide work for 300 U.S.suppliers. We agree with Boeing, but we do not believe this goes far enough. Currently the entire767 fuselage is built in Japan. Japan was initially the largest customer of the commercial versionof the 767 and so Japan was made a partner to build the fuselage. Boeing has traditionally givenmanufacturing work to overseas customers. In the case of the Air Force tanker, American workersas taxpayers are the customers and should have the right to build the airplane they are paying for.The tanker program could last for 15 to 20 years, maybe longer. This is a long time for ournation to rely on foreign countries to supply vital portions of our Air Force tanker. This representsfar too many jobs for our country to give away.

Let American workers benefit from the expenditure of these U.S. tax dollars. Protect ournational defense by keeping the manufacturing here and the benefits of those jobs. Together wecan build the best tanker for the finest armed forces in the world. I ask that if you support theMachinists in this position, please go forward to the rest of the U.S. Congressional delegation andconvince them that these are jobs worth fighting for!

Sincerely,

Tom WroblewskiDistrict President andDirecting Business Representative

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Best in show went to Union Steward Jim George pictured above withdaughters Maranda (l) and Makayla and his 1968 Camaro.

Below: Steward Danny Maez wonbest custom chopper category.

Patricia Lang’s Pontiac Solstice was voted ladies choice. Roger Claxton’s ’69 Chevelle won best muscle car.

Patrick O’Connell took the trophy for thebest sports bike category.

Photo right: Garry Delisle took thebest vintage category with his 1950Ford custom deluxe

Local A Car Show Shines for Guide Dogs

Dennis Brevik earned the best stock car award.

QTTP Administrator Don Shovetook the best custom cruiser, bestchrome cruiser and best-of-showmotorcycle categories.

Photo above: For the second straightyear, Julio Castro took best sports carwith his 1960 Austin Healey Sprite.

John Rozsonitz Jr won best custom category with his 1935Plymouth Slantback.Classic cars lined the 751 Seattle Hall parking lot for the 2007 Steel & Wheel Bill

Baker Memorial Car Show.

Best beater went to Steve Morphy with his 1938 Chevy.

The sun wasn’t the only thing shiningon Saturday, August 4th, as membersbrought their prized auto/motorcycles todisplay at the Bill Baker Memorial Steeland Wheel Super Show. While therewere many prizes awarded in differentcategories, the real winner was GuideDogs of America, which will receiveproceeds of over $7,200.

The event is a tribute to Bill Baker,who was the longest standing Busi-ness Rep and an individual who dedi-cated his life to helping others. Bill’swidow Carolyn was on hand to awardthe various prizes.

Visitors cruised the Seattle UnionHall parking lot to examine the manyclassics and modified cars, as well asthe assortment of motorcycles. It waseasy to see the owners had put hun-dreds of hours of work into maintain-ing and restoring their prized wheels.Those attending also got their ve-hicles washed.

Special thanks to Scott Salo who co-ordinated the event on short notice andto all the Local A Officers, CouncilDelegates, Business Reps, Staff andmembers, who volunteered to ensurethe event ran smoothly.

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Participants in the annual Local Cfishing derby took to the high seas earlyon Sunday, August 12th. The MachinistsNon-Partisan Political League (MNPL)got the big catch of the day with nearly$4,000 raised at the event. MNPL is thepolitical arm of the Union.

Members met at the Union Hall in theearly hours to board a bus bound forWest Port to ensure the three boats wouldset sail before dawn. While many onboard caught fish, Jim Marshall, JohnnyParsons and Glen Wroblewski hauled inthe three biggest fish and received tro-phies for their catch.

Business Reps Jimmy Darrah andMark Johnson did an excellent job orga-nizing the event, lining up the boats, andgetting the many prizes. Special thanksto Dave Henry for sponsoring the icechests for each of the three boats.

After 751-member Mary Berger was injured inher factory service job, the Union and IAM/BoeingJoint Programs Vocational Solutions ensured shesuccessfully returned to work. Mary is thankful tohave the Union and her Vocational RehabilitationCounselor (VRC) from Vocational Solutions to helpher through the tedious process, countless meetingsand seemingly endless paperwork.

While the VRC’s and the Vocational Solutionsprogram have been in place since 1991, they are notwell known on the shop floor – making it difficult forour members to utilize these skilledcounselors.

Union Steward Dave Sattler, Busi-ness Rep Jon Holden and VRC MarcLongshore teamed up to help Mary withher goal of returning to work. It is im-portant for members to take an activerole in their return to work and to con-tact IAM/Boeing Vocational Solutionsafter following Boeing procedures, im-mediately after an injury/illness occurs.

After Mary injured her back in a fallat work, she was placed on a medicalleave due to accommodation of hermedical restrictions for 180 days. Be-fore going out on leave, Mary contactedUnion Steward Dave Sattler who puther in touch with VRC Marc Longshore.

Immediately, Mary was impressedwith the knowledge and resources Marchad to offer. She also utilized the ser-vices of the Work Hardening Program(part of the Boeing Industrial AthleteProgram), which combines educationabout safe work methods with strengthening exer-cises and a work simulation program.

“Having someone knowledgeable of the processwas very helpful and reassuring. I was confident Iwas getting the best advice and services to get meback to work quickly and without risk of reinjury,”Mary stated.

“I praise the VRC’s and the Union. They are goodpeople. If I didn’t have them behind me, I wouldn’tbe working here today,“ Mary added. “If anyonecomes on my crew, I will tell them about the Union,

On August 1st, members at the Everett plant hadan opportunity to explore education options, trainingprograms and career planning available at localcommunity, technical and four-year colleges at theEmployee Service Center in the factory. This Col-lege Fair 2007 was sponsored by the IAM/BoeingJoint Programs Quality Through Training Program(QTTP), the Employee Service Center, and PugetSound Community and Technical Colleges

The event had great information for membersconsidering additional education, as well as provid-ing information for those with kids considering col-lege. Members had requested such an event so theycould get information on local schools at one place

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751-member John Taft reported the first ever PugetSound Deaf Schools Reunion was a resounding suc-cess. The event created a weekend of memories for allwho attended. Rather than just reuniting one school, thereunion was for all deaf schools throughout PugetSound including Tyee, Chinook, Bow Lake, Birney,Baker, Mt. Tahoma, Roosevelt, Lincoln, John Marshall,Green Lake, University Heights, View Ridge, Warrenand Summit - to name a few.

Over 100 people attended the Friday night event, andmore than 200 people took part in Saturday’s festivities.The event provided an opportunity to reconnect withelementary, junior high and high school classmates,teachers and long-lost friends. John was one of theorganizers of this unique event and noted that 15 deaf

employees from Boeing took part in the event.People drove from Bellingham to Tacoma and trav-

eled from Canada, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Ohio, Mary-land, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Texas, Nevada andCalifornia to be a part of this unique reunion. Partici-pants ran the gamut on age with one lady graduating in1945 and another graduating in 2003.

“They came from 25 different schools from Seattleto Tacoma. Everyone was THRILLED to see each otherafter so many years and felt good about having thereunion,” John stated. He thanked 751 for their contri-bution which helped with the event.

After the success of this first weekend, plans arealready being made for another ‘all school deaf reunion’five years from now in 2012.

Deaf Schools Reunion a SuccessThe first-ever Puget Sound Deaf Schools Reunion brought together graduates from the 1940’s throughtoday from schools throughout Puget Sound. for a weekend of fun.

Ben Rogers (center) and Delia Schumaker (r)talk with a representative from LakeWashington Technical College.

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Jim Marshall (r) caught the biggest fish followed closely byJohnny Parsons (center) and Glen Wroblewski (l).

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various other safety procedures are be-ing implemented, including labeling andsignage, as well as improved operatingdocumentation.

The safety concerns arose when avendor installed a new high pressure(6000 pounds per square inch) Skydrolsystem for the 787 line. Unfortunately,there was a lack of communication andcollaboration beteween the vendor andhourly workers who would maintain thesystem.

As a Physical Calibration Tech, Dougmust certify the flow gauges on the newequipment. These gauges are located in avault of sorts under the factory – making ita confined space. He was informed therewas no need for personal protective equip-ment as long as Skydrol is not in mist formand that his safety concerns were withoutmerit. He disagreed – especially since hepreviously had a bad experience withSkydrol that landed him in a hospital.Doug understood that if a leak occured at6000 psi, Skydrol would immediately beaerosolized; thereby trapping and injuringthe operator in the vault.

“I felt a great deal of frustration untilI talked to the Union. My life depends onthe Union acting and helping me. TheCompany has deadlines to meet, and Idon’t want it to mean I am dead,” Dougstated. “I had tried to get my issuesaddressed through other avenues beforecalling the Union, but nothing happened.I called the Union on Friday because Iwas to start working on the system Mon-day, and I got instant results.”

Doug noted, “The fire departmentsaid it would take 12 minutes to figureout the best route of exit, but a personwould be dead by then. It wasn’t a risk Iwas willing to take. All I really wantedwas air and a way to get out.”

HSI Site committee member JasonRedrup noted, “We are still working theissues. We wanted to ensure we didn’trepeat mistakes that were made when the777 moving line was implemented. Weare going through the process to makesure safety procedures are in place BE-FORE we start a new system.”

“New systems, as well as the movingline, present additional challenges. You

have a convergence of contractors in-stalling equipment, which is then turnedover to our site services and there is alack of communication,” noted BusinessRep Jon Holden. “Our member raisedhis hand to say ‘I am not comfortable.’All members should do that if they feelsomething is not right.”

“It was either an oversight or not giventhe necessary priority. A lot of assump-tions were made, which could have put theoperator at risk,” added Jason.

The IAM/Boeing Joint ProgramsHealth and Safety Institute (HSI) wasestablished to help create a safer workenvironment and to give members a wayto address their safety concerns. If youhave a safety issue, please contact theHSI Site Committee for your location.

Yet Doug understands the value ofUnion membership beyond just the safetyaspect. He encouraged all members toget involved in the upcoming contractnegotiations and vocalize their issues.At work each day he displays a sign“Contract 08 – 30 years Company timeequals full retirement” as a message ofhis top contract issue.

“I keep at it every day to help raiseawareness of issues and the upcomingcontract,” Doug stated. “I try to help newmembers understand our history and theimportance of standing together toachieve our goals.”

For more information on IAM/BoeingJoint Programs Health & Safety Insti-tute, Site Committees, and other servicesand resources provided by IAM/BoeingJoint Programs, please visit http://iamboeing.web.boeing.com (internal) orwww.iam-boeing.com (external).

Union Ensures Safety FirstContinued from page 1

This year the 56th annual Wash-ington Governor’s Industrial Safety& Health Conference will be held atthe Greater Tacoma Convention Cen-ter in Tacoma on September 26th and27th.

This year’s conference has thetheme “Safety and Health - at Work,Home and Play.” The Governor’s

Governor’s Safety Conferenceconference is always a great opportu-nity for employees to learn how toprevent workplace injuries, motivateothers to work safely, and to networkwith other safety minded workers.

To find out more information or toregister online, please go to http://wagovconf.org/ .

ere to fight for us. The Union is the bestg!”er doctor tried to lift her restrictions ando work, Boeing Medical ordered an Inde-edical Exam (IME). Marc worked withounseled her that she might need a secondhe new doctor had experience with theseses and was able to look at the data used toMary’s restrictions and show there hadple misinterpretations of the data, whichto the decision to put Mary on leave.

nclusions from both of Mary’s doctors iny went to the scheduled IME and explainederform her job. The IME report came backnt with Mary and her doctors. Mary is nowrk without any restrictions.s Rep Jon Holden noted, “I feel that thebetween Mary, the Union, her doctors

RC was instrumental in helping Mary getrk. Mary requested this help and is verye that the VRC was able to help.”her biggest frustrations centered around

the interpretation of her restriction. Boeing put herout on leave because they said she couldn’t lift 50pounds from her knee to above her shoulder. Therestriction actually said she could lift 40 poundsfrequently. A ten-pound difference was why shecouldn’t come to work.

VRC Marc Longshore reminded everyone thatreasonable accommodation is different than 180days of light duty. For example, splitting the trashinto two bags so it weighs less than 50 pounds isreasonable accommodation not light duty since the

person is still performing thework without assistance.

These little technicalities canmean the difference between re-turning to work or remaining onleave. Another important roleof the VRC is to coordinate withwork hardening and clarify whatthe goal is to return the em-ployee to work. This should notchange after the employee com-pletes a program, but should beset up front.

Steward Dave Sattler noted,“Mary’s biggest issue was whereto go to receive assistance to en-sure she was doing the right thing,being treated fairly to return towork, and getting what she neededto improve. VRC’s are here toguide people through that maze.They know who to contact andwhat questions to ask, which is ahuge help.”

“Many times after a worker has been out on a leavewith restrictions or placed on light duty, they have to beable to not only perform the tasks they did before, butall other tasks in the job description – making the returnto work even more challenging,” Jon added.

The best advice is as soon as a worker has an issue/injury, follow current Boeing procedures and thencontact an IAM/Boeing Joint Program, VocationalSolutions VRC. To contact Vocational Solutions,visit www.iam-boeing.com and click on the stafflink or call 1-800-235-3453.

Employees Return to Work

cation Information to Everett Plantd be able to get theiranswered to make in-cisions on which pro-elect.unity, technical andollege representativeste to provide valuablen about education andrograms in the area.ndividuals wanted to

heir career by taking aes or were trying togree, all the necessaryn on area schools wasYet classes were of-ther areas of interestotorcycle repair, up-event planning andng. Whatever the interest, you could findn at the college fair. Classes were avail-

mpus or through distance learning at most

erests were as varied as our members.akua wanted to explore options to be anA&P or an IT program.Torian was looking for information on

master’s degree. Susan has already used theopportunities through QTTP to complete’s degree.gers was looking for training to repair MSd computers that are still used on sectionstion for the 767. In recent years, it hasore and more difficult to obtain parts, andd to become creative in finding other

solutions for the out-dated computers.Delia Schumaker checked new programs avail-

able. During her first layoff, she completed a culi-nary program at Lake Washington Technical Col-lege.

Emmanuel Cruz was interested in getting infor-mation on electronics programs. He is currentlyworking as an electrician.

Members appreciated having the schools in onelocation and on-site so they could browse the infor-mation during lunch or break time.

For more information regarding the EductaionAssistance Program offered through IAM/BoeingJoint Programs QTTP, please visit www.iam-boeing.com (external) or http://iamboeing.web.boeing.com (internal).

Susan Torian explores options for obtaining her Master’s degree.She already completed a bachlor’s degree while working at Boeing.

ger (2nd from left) thanks (L to R) Union Steward Daveon Holden, and VRC Marc Longshore for their help inrk after she had an on-the-job injury.

IAM/BOEING JOINT PROGRAMS

Skydrol has leaked on the floorbelow the new system.

L to R: Business Rep Jon Holden, Steward Leo Walton, HSI Site Committeemember Jason Redrup and Doug Sandberg review safety procedures for a newhigh pressure Skydrol system installed in Everett.

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Thank you to all who volunteered their valuable time to this year’s Puppy Putt:Debra AndersonGerald BaileyMike CumminsJimmy DarrahDoug DenisonJim KakuschkeTom PlummerRon McGahaRandy Haviland

This year’s Local E Horseshoe Tour-nament was held at the South SeattleSaddle Club in Maple Valley, Washing-ton for the second year in a row. TheClub grounds were great and the eventjust keeps getting more fun each year. Afew of us stayed the whole weekend,which made for a fun and relaxing week-end. The Tournament this year mademore that $2,500 for “The Guide Dogs

by Ira J. Carterman,Local E President

of America.”I want to begin by thanking our star

volunteers, Rebecca and Jon Pohl. Theycame and spent the entire weekend at theevent and even concluded the weekendby cooking breakfast for everyone as wegathered, packed and reassembled theclub into an orderly state before ourdeparture.

For tournament winners see photosbelow. Trophies were given to all fiveteams.

Other volunteers were:Al Myers got the pits in order, weed

whacked the entire area.Tom Burt ar-ranged for the grounds to be available to usfor the second time, and ran the tourna-ment too. Lisa & Neal opened the grounds

for us and stayed the weekend providingany help and information we might need.Dan Meddaugh brought a big BBQ andcooked during the Tournament. Victoria(8 years old) guarded my motorcycle allweekend. Great job Tori!

There were numerous prizes but thetop prize of a nice stainless steel barbequewas won by Roy Wilkinson. Roy imme-diately donated his prize to the KenmoreEagles who will put his prize to work attheir club.

The District and Locals providedmuch needed funds to pay for prizes andwe at Local E appreciate that very much.

Union Office Solutions (supplier ofoffice products) on short/no notice pro-vided nice shirts again advertising our 4th

annual horseshoe tournament (some ofwhich still need to be delivered).

Bison Creek Pizza helped out withbeverages and supplies.

And last but not least.The South Seattle Saddle Club who

allowed us to hold our event on theirproperty next to the Cedar River.

If I have forgotten to mention anydonation be it time, money or prizes it isentirely unintentional and we’ll make itup next time.

Sponsors:Thanks to the followingsponsor:• District 751• Union Office Solutions• Local A• Local C• Local F• Bison Creek Pizza• Tom Wroblewski• Susan Palmer• Alison Satterlee• Ira Carterman

The Tournament:1st Place: Ron McGahaand Aerospace Coordina-tor Mark Blondin2nd Place: BusinessRep Ron Bradley &Local E Vice Pres BobGiannetti3rd Place: BusinessRep Mark Johnson&Health and BenefitsJoe Crockett4th Place: JessCarterman and BrianSchnellConsolation: QTTPProgram Manager RoyWilkinson & Local ECommunicator Al Myers

Tournament and Chili Cookoff Winners

1st place: Mark Blondin (sonNoah) and Ron McGaha.

Local E President Jay Carterman (center) awards 2ndplace to Bob Giannetti (l) and Business Rep RonBradley.

3rd place: Health & Benefits Joe Crockett(l) and Business Rep Mark Johnson.

1st and 2nd in the chili cookoff went to JayCarterman (l) and 751 President TomWroblewski.

Business Rep Jimmy Darrahprepares to throw.

Teams line up for the next toss.

Pat Kinsella hits a ringer.

Grace Holland lines up a shot.

Local E President Jay Carterman (center)awards Jess Carterman (holding Andy) andBrian Schnell with the 4th place trophies.

Consolation trophies went to AlMyers and Roy Wilkinson (notpictured).

Puppy Putt Brings in Over $20,000 for Guide Dogs

Pat KinsellaChris LouieTom LuxDon ShoveRichard JacksonMarie JohnsonLucille AndersonRich McCabe

Tom WroblewskiJoe CrockettGreg CamposRod SigvartsonJoe KinsellaRandy RalphSandi GoodrichTim Goodrich

Sandy TorfinWillie WilliamsKevin LarsonTerri MyetteShirley FastrupClark BlakelyTodd LeadenhamWayne Fastrup

Photo right: L to R: DonShove, Susan Palmer, DaveBrueher, Tom Wroblewski,Terri Myette, and JimKakuschke present a check for$20,000 for Guide Dogs ofAmerica as proceeds from the2007 Puppy Putt MotorcyleRide.

A specialaward wasgiven toSean Erskinefrom thePickledOnion, whocontributed$5,000 as asponsor andhassupportedthe eventevery year.

Earning special awards for their hardwork each year on the event: Top L to R:Dave Brueher, Terri Myette. Bottom L toR: Jim Kakuschke, Don Shove.

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by Ruth Render,Retired Club Secretary

August 751 Retirement Club Business Meeting Minutes

Congratulations to the following members whoretired from the Union:

Union Retirees:

RETIRED CLUB OFFICERSPresident Alvin Menke 425-235-9361Vice President Al Wydick 253-735-8004Secretary Ruth Render 206-324-40555Treasurer Betty Ness 206-762-0725Srgnt-at-Arms Leroy Miller 206-878-0601Trustees: Louise Burns 206-242-5878

Cherie Menke 425-235-9361 John Guevarra 206-762-3848

Union Office: (1-800-763-1301) or 206-763-1300

The meeting was called to order onAugust 13th by President Al Menke.

Roll Call of Officers: All officerswere present or accounted for.

Minutes: It was M/S/P to accept theminutes as printed.

Financial Report: The report was readby Treasurer Betty Ness. A motion wasmade to accept the report as read. M/S/P

Executive Board Report: LouiseBurns reported the Executive Board metand audited the books July 16, 2007 andfound them to be in order. A motion wasmade to accept the Executive Board re-port as read. M/S/P

Business Representatives’ Report:Business Rep Paul Knebel reportedUnion leadership was in Everett lastMonday to publicize the need for the AirForce to select a Boeing tanker builthere. The Union is pushing to bring muchof the work that was outsourced on the767 back to U.S. so it is truly an Ameri-can tanker. He also stated that work onthe 787 is going on around the clock toget it off the ground on time.

Paul announced a new composite ap-prenticeship program will be starting up.Applications have already been acceptedand the interview process will begin soon.Because planes are now being built us-ing composites, the apprenticeship pro-gram has been added to ensure our mem-

bers keep up-to-date with trainingin the skills thatwill be needednow and in the fu-ture.

Paul con-cluded his reportby stating thatBoeing is continu-ing to hire 100 ormore people eachweek.

Leg i s la t iveReport: CarlSchwartz re-minded everyoneto vote in the Pri-mary Election onAugust 21. U nionrecommendationswere listed in theAugust Aero Mechanic newspaper.

He also spoke about the political na-ture of the decision on the Air Forcetankers. The first question is should it bebuilt in the US. Second, if it is built herewill Boeing get the job or will it beparceled out to several locations. Thereality is that politicians will each want apiece of the pie for their own state.

Legislative Director Larry Brown alsospoke about the 767 tanker mentioninghow Boeing won the contract about threeyears ago but lost it due to illegal actionsby Boeing executives. Now we are work-

ing again, alongwith other unionsat Boeing, to bringthe work back toWashington State.Larry reported heand 751 PresidentTom Wroblewskirecently spoke toGovernor Chris-tine Gregoire via aconference call anddiscussed the up-coming 2008 leg-islative session.This will be a shortsession and themain topics will behealth care, educa-tion and economicdevelopment. Ourfocus will be to

keep work in state, and we will be veryactive legislatively before the electionsbecause we know we have more of avoice before the election takes place.

Health & Welfare: Helen Pompeoreported ill members were Mary King,Mel King, Frances Dinwiddie, DonGrecula, Eddie Edwards. Get well cardswere sent. A moment of silence wasobserved for the following deceasedmembers: Jean Arnold, Eloise Gordonand Walt Houser. Sympathy cards weresent to the next of kin.

Good and Welfare: John Guevarra

spoke about a chart showing where partsof the 787 are made. Only the fuselage ismade in America and not by Boeing. Johnrecommended others watch the documen-tary movie titled “No End in Sight,” whichtraces the folly of our government in theWhite House and the Iraq war - eventhough some of it is pretty graphic.

Gene Hoglund mentioned the upcom-ing Primary Election and stated that Dis-trict 751 has endorsed David Della whois running for Seattle City Council. Headded it has been announced that Swed-ish Hospital would no longer accept thosewith United Care Health insurance. Hefound out that this does not apply tothose who have this insurance as theirMedicare supplement.

Birthdays: August birthdays in-cluded: Al Wydick and FrancesDinwiddie. August Anniversaries: Char-ley & Irene Nelson – 63 years, Sonny &Margaret Ehlke – 45 years, John & RobinGuevarra – 44 years, George & MartiniMcIntire – 18 years.

President’s Report:. Al Menke re-ported today is the last day Irene Nelsonwill be providing the kitchen help. Shehas been doing this for many, manyyears and we want to acknowledge herfor a job well done. Today is also her 63rd

wedding anniversary. Everyone stoodand gave Irene a round of applause. Acake was also served in her honor.

Adjournment: A motion was madeto adjourn at 11:35 AM. M/S/P

Danny A. AbbottWilson L. BarnesRussell G. Bennett IIIJoel M. BickfordSteven S. ChismAllen W. DulaDanny R. HalpinStuart A. HelfgottBonnie L. HendricksJack M. HowardJoseph D. InmanTimothy M. KnollJay LiuChristina E. MarshallRonald McKayWillie G. McNealLarry G. MeyerBobbie G. Miller

• Alliance of Retired Americans South Area Chaptermeets the second Thursday of each month at 1 p.m. atthe Kent Senior Citizen Center (600 E. Smith St). Formore info, contact 206-762-3848.

• 751 Retired Club meets every Monday at 11 a.m. in theSeattle Hall (9135 15th Pl. S.). Second Monday of themonth is the business meeting. A free lunch is served atnoon every Monday following the meeting.

• Everett Retirees Group meets at the Everett 751 UnionHall (8729 Airport Rd), the fourth Tuesday (September25th) of every month at 1 p.m.

Calendar

Jerry D. MooreAlbin J. NowakGary C. OkeefeDavid T. OlsenJack R. PatraszewskiDennis G. PearstonElizabeth D. PhillipsSusan L. PipkinChuck V. PolsonKenneth L. PriceLarry S. RenshawLarry M. SmallwoodRobert A. SpelmanDebra L. SteinerDarwin K. ThortonRoger D. VaughnJeffrey F. WilsonHyook R. Yi

RETIREMENT NEWS

The Retired Club thanked IreneNelson for her help in the kitchen.

Photo left: One retiree brought theirgrandchildren to the picnic at WoodlandPark.

Photo above: District Secretary-TreasurerSusan Palmer poses with Helen and LeroyMiller.

Annual Retirement Club PicnicR a i n y

w e a t h e rc o u l d n ’ tdampen thespirit of 751 re-tirees. Over100 turned outfor the annualRetired ClubPicnic atW o o d l a n dPark on Mon-day, August20th despite arare Augustd o w n p o u r .Those attending were treated to live musiccourtesy of Old Time Fiddlers.

Several retirees brought their grand-children to not only enjoy the picnic, butmake a day of it at the zoo, as well.

Under theshelter,retireesenjoyed apicnic andgettingreacquaintedwith oldfriends.

L to R: Mary Wood, Mary Allen, Louise Burns, IreneTilford, and Julie Wallick brought their rain gear.

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GOT SPORTS? Create memorable end-of-the-season sports DVDs! Digital Carouselwill edit and manufacture your custom DVDs.“How to” list available.www.digitalcarousel.com or 206-300-4886

HOME MORTGAGES – Refinances andCredit Lines available at low or no cost. Callme today! Keith Lilly 206-200-3863

ATTN TO DETAIL WOODWORKING –cabinets, hutches, bookcases. 425-255-3483

CUSTOM WOODWORK – cabinetry, book-cases, fireplace mantels, etc. Please call206-713-5257, evenings 360-886-8908

RAW WOOL for sale, $1.50 to $3 a pound.Some last year’s wool at $1 a pound also.Whites and grays. 2 year old Romney breed-ing ewes, $125. 360-802-6640

ESTATE OR DOWNSIZING TOO MUCHFOR YOU? We take care of everything fromantiques to pots and pans. Call 425-238-8002 for free consultation

WWW.BURNLOUNGE.COM/ACTQ, thenewest entertainment business. Downloadmusic; burn to CD. Single $.99, album$9.99. Selling music legally – soon games,movies, cell phone tones. Email:gsnettles@hotmail.com. 253-863-4854

TOO MUCH MONTH AT THE END OFYOUR MONEY? Do you dream of owningyour own business? Don’t delay. Call yourlocal Independent Associate for more informa-tion. PT/FT opportunity with Pre-Paid Legal.Be your own boss! Call today! 253-826-8900

THE SMOKEHOUSE & MORE get delicioussmoked prime rib, free range turkeys, doublesmoked bone-in & boneless ham, smokedsalmon & other meats, salads, etc. Call 1-360-886-9293 to place your order or visit us inBlack Diamond at 32721 Railroad Ave.

SPINNER/CRAFTERS DELIGHT! Unproc-essed fleece, mostly white. $25 per pound.360-983-8424

MAGNETIC HEMATITE JEWELRY,bracelets, necklaces and ankle bracelets. Usedto treat a wide variety of ailments. Wear 24hours, 7 days a week for relief. Call 253-217-6920 for more information

RETIRED (OR NOT) AND BORED? Sickand tired of being sick and tired? Check out mywebsite and call me if interested.www.mynikken.net/jerrynhazel 253-840-2108

BUTCHER PIGS ready to go. 100% grain fed,no antibiotics or hormones. $1.59 lb. hangingweight plus processing cost. Place your ordertoday. 360-893-6777 or 253-209-2625 cell

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TODO IN YOUR RETIREMENT? Sunset ViewGarden Club meets the 3rd Thursday of eachmonth at the Golden Pine Apartments, 2901 10th

NE, Renton. Everyone is welcome. Call 425-255-8195 or 425-255-0859 for more info

HANDMADE CHRISTMAS PRESENTS.Learn how to chainsaw carve.Call SnoqualmieChainsaw Carvers Depot. 425-831-7224

HARNESS THE POWER OF YOUR MORT-GAGE. Leverage old money you are alreadyspending to create new money you can invest.For more info, visit www.wlgweb.com.ViewHarness the Power of Your Mortgage & Lead-ers with Vision. Call 253-389-4468 or EmailUSAPlus2003@yahoo.com or any questions

LEXMARK PHOTO JET PRINTER P122.LCD display for PC free photo printer,1200x1200, blk and color, built in flash andsmart card reader, USB, Win 98 and Win MEsupported, no ink, use with or without com-puter, new cond. $35. 425-432-6134

LEXMARK PHOTO JET PRINTER Z705.Prints up to 4800x1200, blk and color, PC orMac, all systems supported, has optionalwireless capability, ink gone, came with newcomputer, new cond. $35. 425-432-6134

THREE-BUTTON ACCORDIAN, key C-F-G, used little, $850. (2) Conures, tame,talks, each has large cage on wheels, $650 &$850. 425-226-9487

LIVING ROOM FURNITURE: Blue leatherchair, exc. cond., $60. (2) upholstered swivelchairs, good cond, $20. 425-432-1339

KONA, HAWAII oceanfront condo. Enjoyluxurious view, private lanai, 2 BDRM/2bath w/jacuzzi and pool. $940-$1,050/wk.Discount to Boeing employees pays taxes.www.banyantreecondo.com. 206-938-9214

3 BDRM/2.5 BATH, fenced yard, gas fire-place, family room, view home in Bellingham.Near schools, shopping, trail system, parks andlake. Windermere listing NWMLS #26149460.$319,500. Call Ray at 206-878-5364 or Sue at800-493-9930 ext. 406

2 BDRM LOG HOME on 20 acres. Openloft, sunroom, spa area, extra cabinetry, hottub, water softener, underground wiring forRV. $365,000. Omak area 509-826-2900 or509-322-5404

FURNISHED PENTHOUSE w/waterfrontview of Puget Sound and Olympic Moun-tains. Avail. Oct. thru April. NO smoking/pets. $1,400/mo. 425-776-6948

MARYSVILLE 4 BDRM/2 3/4 BATHHOME. Approx. 1,800 sq ft, formal dining &eating area in kitchen with office, extremelyclean, meticulous landscaping. Close toEverett Boeing plant. Call 206-940-2419 or360-658-9743 for more info

ANTIQUE BREAD BOX, metal roll-up lid,13”x11”, good cond. $15. Mailbox, brown withwood around it. 19”L x 6 1/2”W, good cond. $10.Old machinery seat, red, metal. Square hole in seatfor bolt. $25 OBO. 253-852-6809

EVERETT STRATOCRUISERS are cruzinon Friday nights at the Silver Lake Wendy’s.Get your car out and come joint the fun. 3 pmto dusk. www.stratocruiserscarclub.com

TIM SALMON, #15 California Angels, 1993Rookie of the Year. .285 BA, 31 HR, 95 RBI,8” x 10”picture & name plaque on 13” x 161/2” black frame, very nice. $25 OBO.MICHAEL JORDAN, all-around athlete 8”x 10” picture & name plaque on 12” x 15”nice plaque. $25 OBO. 253-852-6809

EVERYDAY LIVING MICROWAVEOVEN, 700 watts. 8 1/8”H x 11 13/16”W x11 3/16”D, white, clean, nice cond. $25.Crystal punch bowl set. $35. Oscillating 3-spd fan, Collins Cool Breeze. 12”, white,works. $10. 253-852-6809

WINDMERE 2 SPD. FAN, white. $8. Largewood yard/lawn chair. $15. Sleeping bag, childsize with hood and sleeves. Size 58” x 26”,new-in bag, never used. $20. 253-852-6809

CEDAR CHESTS, (2) large. Nice cond. $125.Set of numbers & letters. $20 and $10. Electri-cal cords, black, heavy duty. 220 – 110, 6guage,75’ with male end. (1) motorhome cord, 50’with both ends. $72 & $65. 253-852-6809

BEAUTIFUL UNIQUE HOUSE PLANTS,starts in water also. $1 to $25, nice. 253-852-6809

LORD OF THE RINGS – 3 HARDBACKBOOKS, Epic with black pictured cardboardholder. The Return of The King, The TwoTowers and The Fellowship of the Ring. TheAuthur is J.R.R. Tolkien, printed byHoughton Mifflin. Purchased new 12/05.Unread in new cond. $35. 425-432-6134

T-FAL MAXI DEEP FRYER, Model #3363.Has programmable timer, attached lid, a lift-outnon-stick pot, a wire frying basket and a charcoalfilter. Has a large 2.2 lb. cooking capacity. Goodcond & works great. $35. 425-432-6134

THE CAKE MIX DOCTOR COOKBOOKS,(2) books – one for white and one for choco-late cake mixes. Both are new, never used.The white cake book has 150 recipes, thechocolate cake book has 175 recipes. $25 forboth books. 425-432-6134

WANTED: Automatic left foot acceleratorpedal for vehicle (recent amputee of right leg[below knee]). 253-804-9535

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RECREATIONALMEMBERSHIP

SPORTING GOODS

TOOLS

VEHICLES

MASTERCRAFT TOOL BOX LANTERN,has a super bright spotlight, twin blinking lights,twin reflectors, with a built in 13-pc. tool kit.Can operate on a cigarette lighter power adapter(included) or uses 4 “C” batteries (not in-cluded). New, never used. $35. 425-432-6134

PED-BASIC WRITER CARD for BrotherSewing Machine, for downloading embroi-dery designs, compatible with all Brother HomeEmbroidery Machines. Box contains CD-rom,4M memory card with some designs on it, USBcard writer box and instruction manual. Needscomputer w/USB port and online access. Newcond, less than yr. old. $120. 425-432-6134

PINE WALL CAROUSELS, handmade 3pc. set of wall carousels, is multi-layered anddecorated with babies breath and pink rib-bon. Each as a canopy, 3 ponies on dowelsand a base, all attached to each other. Onelarge measures 27”H x 18”W x 9”D, twosmall measures approx. 12” x 12”. Exc cond,beautifully done. $35 for set. 425-432-6134

(2) CLOSET MAID CANVAS SHOE RACKS,each holds 28 pairs of shoes or whatever youlike. With velco, latches to closet pole or wireshelving. Each measures 34”H x 24”W x 12”D.New cond. $20 each. 425-432-6134

5-DRAWER WIRE STORAGE SYSTEM.White vinyl coated basket/drawer system comeswith rack for slideout. Has five 7”D baskets.Whole system measures 40 1/2”H x 17 3/4”Wx 21”L. In exc cond. Good for extra storageanywhere in house. $60. 425-432-6134

4-DRAWER WIRE STORAGE SYSTEM.White vinyl coated basket/drawer system comeswith rack for slideout. Has three 7”D basketsand one 3”D basket. Whole system measures30 1/4”H x 17 3/4”W x 21”L. In exc cond.Good for extra storage. $40. 425-432-6134

TATOUAGE RUB-ON TRANSFERS – largefruit. 24 ct in pear, apple, lemons, grapes andcherries. Cut into individual pieces. Largestmeasures 9”L x 6 1/2”W. To apply rub on wall,looks painted on when done. Put on walls andcraft projects. $15 for set. 425-432-6134

TATOUAGE RUB-ON TRANSFERS – 9large playful fairies. Sizes vary from 6 1/2”W x 8 1/2”H. All on one sheet, cut up touse. To apply rub on wall, looks painted onwhen done. $20 for set. 425-432-6134

KEROSENE HEATER, Kerosun Radiant 10,9600 BTU. Measures 19”W x 15”D x 19”H.In good condition and works great. Comeswith the 5-gal fuel container. Great forvented areas like work shop or garage. Notfor use inside home. $65. 425-432-6134

“BUCK” WOOD BURNING INSERT. Fitsstd. fireplace, exc. cond. $250. 425-432-1339

1966 CHEVY PICK-UP WHEELS w/nearlynew tires (sold truck). Work platform thatattaches over front wheels. All free – you haul.Also new Chevy pick-up wheel. 425-255-1804

ENERGY + WEIGHT LOSS + OPTIMALNUTRITION. Sample the feast, emailthesuperfeast@yahoo.com for $2 sample,visit www.uriinternational.com/2save formore info and products. This product is un-believable!!! 425-238-5411

MEN’S 100% SILK SHORT SLEEVESHIRTS, prints & solids, dark colors, size L.$10 for $25. 253-852-6809

SCOTTS RIDING MOWER, 16 hp/42”,cruise control. Like new. $400 cash. 360-707-2086

FREE Weber, 2 burners, natural gas barbe-cue, works good. 253-639-6294

FOR SALE: Model airplane supplies, en-gines, wood and more. Call for more info.Lynnwood area. Make offer. 425-745-8909

(3) CEMETERY PLOTS for the price ofone. Floral Hills, Rhododendron Garden.$2,000. Email Wayne atweeder35@comcast.net.

(2) CEMETERY PLOTS, Lynnwood. $500.360-825-3977

5 ACRES – FRALEY MTN. Cedar trees &ferns. Private & serene. 8 miles east of Ar-lington. Under 30 miles from Boeing Everettplant. $89,721. 360-435-2430

9 ACRES – EATONVILLE, 3 miles off Mt.,Hwy 7. Mt. Rainier view, year-round creekruns through property, level & semi-clearedfor building new home. Power and phone toproperty. Call for more info. 253-848-1118

HAWAII – The Big Island – 5-star KonaCoast Resort – Phase II Timeshare Rentalavail. 10/6/07 – 10/13/07. Beautiful 1 BDRM(sleeps 4)/2 BATH/full kitchen. All ameni-ties here! $950. mdalton6452@comcast.netor 253-333-0609

MAUI – 5-star Kaanapali Beach Resort Time-share Rental avail. 9/23/07 – 9/30/07 (guaranteedocean view), $1,300. 11/1/07 – 11/8/07 (gardenview), $1,200. Beautiful 1 BDRM (sleeps 4) w/poss. of renting a cot for 5)/1 BATH/partial kitchen.All amenities!Great location!mdalton6452@comcast.net or 253-333-0609

VACATION VILLAGE BONAVENTURE,near Fort Lauderdale, FL. Deeded 1 wk.semi-annual. Week 21 (Memorial Day) evenyears. $3,500. 303-794-4526

30’ 1990 SOUTHWIND, 460 Ford, 29,500miles. Twin beds, levelers, new tires loaded.$16,500 OBO. 206-325-0914

31” KINGSLEY 5TH WHEEL with tipout byGulfstream. Home away from home. LakeCushman/Hoodsport area. Local relocationmay be possible. $14,000. 360-877-9419

1992 27’ HOLIDAY ALUMALITE. Frontkitchen, like new. 1988 Suburban 3/4T-454,low miles, 16’ alum. Harborcraft, one-manloader, 6 hp Evenrude, 2 hp electric motors.$12,000. 206-243-1526

1982 WINNEBAGO, 22’, good shape, newtires, runs good. 31,000 miles, Onan genera-tor, 3-way fridge, awning, roof air, plus dashair. $4,300 FIRM. 425-432-9192

TALL MAN’S BIKE. Nishike 12 spd. roadbike. Dual position brake levers, steel frame,27”, stand-over height 34 3/4”. Call 425-226-8247 for more info.

RUSSIAN M7 RIFLE w/scope. $250 OBO.206-244-4707

COLEMAN GAS STOVE, older model, ispainted blue w/hinged red lid. Measures 18’Lx 12’W x 5”H. In good working order. $25.425-432-6134

WANTED – Old Seattle Rainier items formy personal collection. 425-827-0087

YUASA HORIZONTAL PRECISION RO-TARY TABLE, diameter 8”. 4.1” centerslots, 4 worm holes, 3 MT, weight ratio 90 to1, 59 lbs. Was $1,210 in 2000, like new.$400. 253-852-6809

BLACK PLUNGER DIAL INDICATOR,.200 range/dial type .001. Made by CentralTool Company. Was $115.90 in 2000, withcase. $60. Universal bevel protractor, 7” x12” with case and acute angle attachment.Was $323 in 2000. $161.50. 253-852-6809

METRIC DIAL CALIPER, .02 – 6”, Crafts-man, in case. $40. Tool cabinet, Dorman heavyduty for screws, nuts, springs, thermicals. 8drawers w/dividers. 34’L x 13”W x 17”H. $50.Steel straight edge ruler, 24”. For drawing orscribing straight lines and checking surfacesfor straighteners. $36.50. Flat 4” Omega vise,heavy duty, new in box. $34. 253-852-6809

HEAVY DUTY WORK BENCH and steelvice, $100. Sears Jig Saw, $35. Tool (drawer)box on wheels, $10. 360-825-3977

CLIPPER/SHREDDER, Crary Bear CatModel #70050. 5 hp. Briggs & Strattonengine, chips to 3”. Very good cond. Pd$975, asking $375. 425-226-8247

AIRCRAFT JIG BUILDERS TOOLS. Ad-justable parallels, planer gauge, etc. Toomany to list. Reasonable prices. Call 425-255-1804 after 11 am

1960’S SHOP SMITH MARK 7, deluxemodel. Basic unit w/dust collector. Alwayskept indoors. $300 CASH. 206-293-8673

SCYTHE, a tool with a long handle, 59” longw/single edged blade 25”. Used in cuttingtall grass or grain, old. $40. 253-852-6809

ALUMINUM PLATE, 1/2” thick, 21” wideand 35 1/2” long. $195. Metal saw blade, 21”long. $20. Bale hooks, old. 21 - $10 each.Gas hose nozzle, big aluminum. $10. 253-852-6809

FOR SALE: Shopsmith, Model “10A.” $125.206-242-6905

GOOD USED LUMBER, some plywood.Chevy pickup studded tires and wheels. Jigbuilder’s tools, planer gauge, etc. FREE.425-255-1804

1998 3/4 TON DODGE RAM, one owner,34K miles, babied! Camper and factory towpackage, V-10 engine, reg. cab, 8’ bed. Wiredfor 5th wheel and cab over camper. Extraclean! $17,000 or trade for sports car. 360-249-4432

1968 GMC TRUCK, big block 396 turbo400, positraction rear-end. Garaged 15 yrs.– great condition. Call 425-743-9128 or425-218-9413 for more info.

1988 LINCOLN TOWNCAR CLASSICLIMO. 70,000 mi, very nice cond. $4,900OBO. 206-854-1700

1999 BMW 328I, 5 original BMW tires &rims. Please see craigslist.com for pictures.206-949-6478

SEE TO APPRECIATE! 1999 PontiacBonneville, exc cond inside and out. Allmaint records, always garaged. Power locks,doors, seats, mirrors. Remote entry. AC,cruise. $4,200 obo. 206-755-8575

1991 LTD CROWN VICTORIA LX, 97,000miles, exc. cond. inside and out. Has alloptions. $4,000 OBO. 253-941-1540

2005 CHEVY PICKUP 1/2 ton 2” loweringsprings & shocks, fits 1999-2006, $150.Muffler & T pipe, $30. L & R door handles,$40. 425-643-1597

1987 CAPRICE CLASSIC BROUGHAM,77,000 mi. 305 V8 & 350 trans. with over-drive, 4 dr., power steering/brakes/windows/locks, cruise control, dual power front seats,AM/FM/cassette. New radiator & hoses(tuned up less than 1,000 miles ago), all newbelts, good tires & brakes, vinyl top in exc.cond. A/C needs recharging, small dent indriver’s door & dings in right qtr. panel(nothing major). Very clean in & out. See toappreciate! $3,500. Call John 425-353-4136

More than 1,500 Boeing employees in the PugetSound region joined the Employees Community Fundduring the recent May campaign period, contributing$800,000 in new contributions to the pooled fund andthe many local health and human services agencies itsupports over the next year.

During the campaign, trained presenters visitedcrew and staff meetings to talk about thepower of pooled giving through the Em-ployees Community Fund and encour-aged employees to become a member orraise their level of giving.

Frederickson employee KandiRowland, a quality inspector, made thedecision this year to start giving to thepooled fund. For the last 20 years shehas struggled as a single mom to raisethree kids and put them through college.Then she had grandkids. Her grandson is disabledwith cerebral palsy and in a wheelchair. She felt that shewas giving as much as she could financially to supporther own family and church. But she has seen manyvolunteers in action with her grandson and other chil-dren like him through the years. “Now, I am finally toa place financially that I felt it was way past time Istart giving to others as my family and I have been so

blessed with so many caring giving people in ourlives,” she said. “ECF provides a great way to giveback to others in need, and I felt the pooled fund couldhelp the most.”

Employees who gave to the pooled fund were eli-gible to be entered in a random drawing for attendance

at various recognition events. Rowland was se-lected at random as one of those winners. To

see a complete list of winners’ names, visit,(community.web.boeing.com/nwregion/ei_ecf.cfm)

“By pooling their contributions,Boeing employees are able to make asubstantial impact on people’s lives,”said Employees Community Fund trusteeand hourly employee Grace Holland.

“There aren’t many individuals who canafford to purchase a van for a nonprofit to

transport senior citizens to a day-care center or tobuy new beds for a homeless shelter, for example. Buttogether, employees are able to do just that— investingin the well-being of our neighbors in need.”

Just because the May campaign period is over,doesn’t mean it’s too late to begin giving or to increaseyour gift. Simply visit TotalAccess throughmy.boeing.com and select My Community Giving.

ECF Drive Delivers an Additional$800,000 in Help for Local Agencies

PROPERTY

RECREATIONALVEHICLES

Accepting the Oath

Business Rep Jimmy Darrah (r) administers theoath of office to Local C Recording SecretaryDave Henry.

Contract T-Shirt AvailablePre contract t-shirts forthe 2008 Boeingnegotiations areavailable to purchasefor $5. They are alsoavailable in womenand youth styles.Wednesday has beendesignated as “Union day”so wear a Union t-shirtand display your Unioncolors.

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Thanks to the watchful eye of UnionSteward Charles “Hawk” Hawkinson,two members received additional payafter the Company violated one member’sCategory A rights and paid another anincorrect rate.

Business Rep Heather Barstow ap-plauded the efforts, stating, “Hawk did a

great job representing the members andpaying attention to the work assignmentsin his shop. I also want to thank 751Organizer Jackie Boschok for her assis-tance in getting the Category A memberpaid. It was a true team effort to enforcethe contract and get our members theproper compensation.”

Per our contract, the Com-pany has to notify and get con-currence from the Union forany temporary promotions thatgo beyond 30 days. This is thelanguage which delivered theadditional pay for both WayneBakko and TracieWestmoreland.

After transferring into theIRC tooling shop, managementgave Wayne a temporary pro-motion to a 75506. Months laterHawk noticed Wayne was stillperforming the higher gradedwork and checked to see if thepromotion had been made per-manent. Wayne confirmed hewas indeed performing thehigher graded work; however,it was not reflected in his pay.Hawk promptly filed a griev-ance to pursue getting him ad-

ditional pay and a permanent promotion.Yet getting the additional grade 6 pay

for Wayne was not the only contractviolation to occur. Hawk realized a se-nior member with Category A returnrights should also have been paid whilethe temporary upgrade was occurring.

With help from former Business RepJackie Boschok and current BusinessRep Heather Barstow, they located themember whose Category A rights wereviolated and secured the additional pay.

Business Rep Heather Barstow hadthe pleasure of delivering a check for$780 to Tracie Westmoreland, who is

now working at the Frederickson plant.Tracie was thrilled and declared,

“What a great surprise! How often doyou get a check you weren’t expecting?”stated Tracie – “It is like Christmas inJuly to get an extra check out of theblue.”

Wayne also appreciated the Union ef-fort. He noted, “I knew I would get theupgrade and appreciate Hawk followingthrough on the grievance. As a formerSteward, I know these issues sometimestake months to resolve, but it is nice toknow you have the Union there to back youup and ensure you receive the proper pay.”

‘By the Book’ BringsMoney for Members

7 5 1 - M e m b e rJames Rice beamedwith pride as hisdaughter Katy re-ceived the JerryBeckendorf Commu-nity Service Scholar-ship. The award waspresented at a recentPierce County Cen-tral Labor Councilmeeting. The schol-arship recognizesoutstanding studentvolunteers and en-courages future gen-erations of Union ad-vocates.

Katy has two par-ents involved in theirUnions serving asrole models. Jim hasbeen a Steward andLocal C Officer formany years, as well as serving as a Union Counselor.Her mother, Sheryl, is a member of the Public SchoolEmployees Union.

Katy plans to use the scholarship to help pay hertuition at the University of Washington this fall.

As a student at White River High School, she was anacademic standout (graduating with a 3.8 gpa), as wellas a student leader and community activist. She excelledin advanced placement classes, as well as donatedhundreds of hours to community service projects. Katysaw each community service project as a learning expe-rience and a chance to give back to the community. Justa few of the programs she worked on include:

At Regency & Rehabilitation Center, Katy playedgames and gave manicures to patients.

At Metro Animal Services, she cleaned animal cages,groomed animals, showed animals to potential ownersand answered phones.

As part of the National Honor Society, she helpedform a team to raise money and walk in the Relay forLife to help find a cure for cancer. This was intensivelypersonal, as her mom was diagnosed with cancer six

Local F Garage Sale toBenefit Guide Dogs –Get Some Great Deals

Local 751-F is having a huge garage sale to benefitGuide Dogs of America. But first, we must collectitems to sell so we need your help.

If you have any unwanted, re-sellable householditems, simply bring them to the Seattle Union Hall afterSeptember 17th. You can bring clothing (baby &children’s only no adult clothes please), toys, tools,household items, lawn care tools, sporting goods, fur-niture, housewares, linens, books, videos, games, camp-ing equipment and other sellable items.

Please do not bring junk! Only things we can sell!Bring sale items to the Union Hall after September17th.

Plan to attend and get some great deals at the SeattleUnion Hall (9135 15th Pl. S.) on the following datesand times:

Wednesday, October 10th from 4-6 p.m. and 7-8p.m.

Thursday, October 11th from 4-6 p.m. and 7-8p.m.

Friday, October 12th from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.and 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Saturday, October 13th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

years ago and has been cancer free now for five years.It was 24 hours she will never forget.

Her teachers at White River High School were alsoimpressed with her accomplishments and gave herglowing recommendations.

Teacher Dianne Campbell noted “In the Connec-tions Program, she works each week with two youngstudents who have autism. Katy’s positive influenceand her willingness to step out of her comfort zonemakes her popular not only among her peers, but alsowith those who are often neglected or left out. Onewould only have to know how difficult and how com-plex autism is, to realize the effort and patience it takesto communicate and guide those who are living with thedisorder. Katy is so good at maintaining the dignity ofeach student while modeling peer-appropriate behav-ior. Every week I witness her ability to tap into the giftsof each of the young people she mentors and for me thatis truly awe-inspiring.”

Congratulations on the well-deserved scholarship.For more information on the Jerry Beckendorf scholar-ship, visit www.uwpc.org.

Mark Your CalendarNovember 3 for aLabor Education Conference

Katy Rice Wins BeckendorfScholarship for Community Service

Business Rep Heather Barstow (l) and Union Steward Chuck ‘Hawk’Hawkinson (r) worked to ensure that Wayne Bakko received the proper backpay for a temporary promotion.

Business Rep Heather Barstow (l) surprisedTracie Westmoreland with a check for $780to correct a Category A violation – she wasnot even aware it had occurred.

Katy Rice was all smiles along with her parents as she received the JerryBeckendorf Scholarship at the Pierce County Central Labor Council meeting. L toR: Jerry Beckendorf, Jim Rice, Katy Rice, Sheryl Rice, and Pierce County UnitedWay President Rick Allen.

Mark your calendar and plan to attend a laborconference presenting three educational perspec-tives from the 751 Women’s Committee, the 751Human Rights Committee and the 751 Labor His-tory Committee. The conference will be held onSaturday, November 3rd at the Seattle Union Hallwith the theme“Are You Ready...to Move Forward?”

The 751 Women’s Committee, 751 Human RightsCommittee and 751 Labor History Committee willcombine their talents to host this educational confer-ence. The event will also feature a silent auction tobenefit Families & Friends of Violent CrimeVictims.Stewards will be given advanced educationcredit hours for attending the conference.

Watch for more details in the October issue of theAero Mechanic paper.