Upstate you are a classic example of a "MEASTER" LOOKING OUT FOR YOURSELF AND SCREW EVERYONE ELSE
Union meetings, including contract meetings, are for union members only. It would be inappropriate for retirees to attend any union meeting.
That's pretty harsh, even for you, Upstate. Our retirees do all of the planning and meal service at our local. There's a solid core of 15 or so of them that really help make the union meetings run smoothly. They aren't allowed to vote on motions but they're certainly present and encouraged to speak their piece.
All retiree's are always welcome at every meeting in local 407.
Sorry Upstate. Not only did I go to the contract meeting today as a retiree, I had my voice heard. And I told all the young people there that if they acceptUnion meetings, including contract meetings, are for union members only. It would be inappropriate for retirees to attend any union meeting. Using your logic, we should also invite spouses and children.
Sorry Upstate. Not only did I go to the contract meeting today as a retiree, I had my voice heard. And I told all the young people there that if they accept
this health care change, they're making a big mistake. Now I could have stayed away because I got mine and just say who cares about them. But I don't
see life like that. And to really piss you off, more than one came up to me, shook my hand and said thanks for caring.
No, you're still covered under your union plan. If anything you'll be affected positively as contributions are continuing into Taft Hartley plans.I retired last year and I'm not sure if any of this will effect me.
Your opinion contradicts the IBT Constitution which as Piedmont accurately stated allows retirees to attend meetings but not vote on motions. The retiree was an active member, spouses and children were not.Union meetings, including contract meetings, are for union members only. It would be inappropriate for retirees to attend any union meeting. Using your logic, we should also invite spouses and children.
No, you're still covered under your union plan. If anything you'll be affected positively as contributions are continuing into Taft Hartley plans.
Union meetings, including contract meetings, are for union members only. It would be inappropriate for retirees to attend any union meeting. Using your logic, we should also invite spouses and children.