Month: April 2017

Rumors

  I’m sitting at the negotiating table in DC taking time away from the reason I am here to write a letter of clarification. It has been brought to my attention that there have been some postings placed around the base with my name at the bottom of it. These postings are very misleading and…

Workers Memorial Day

Each year, more than 4,600 women and men die as a result or work related accidents and diseases In the United States. Workers suffer approximately 4 million occupational Injuries and illnesses each year. Worldwide we lose one worker every 15 seconds and in the United States approximately 12 to 15 workers die every day due…

Letter from M&R Committee on Negotiations April 19, 2017

Brothers and Sisters, By now, most of you have read the latest negotiations update letter or heard, that the TWU & IAM International Association Executive Committee began negotiating with American Airlines the week of March 27th in Washington, D.C. After that week, the Association update letter drove questions as to who was In the executive…

TWU International Launches Brand New Website!

  It’s a big moment here at TWU, because we’re launching the brand new www.twu.org! We’ve heard from our members: you want transparency, clear communication, and an easy way to know what’s going on with your union. Our new site is an easy-to-navigate “one stop shop” for all things TWU! Check out the new site…

Legislative Update

Another deadline passed this week at the Oklahoma State Capitol! Bills needed to be heard in the opposite House Committee by today or they are considered dormant. You can view the bills we are tracking that could affect the working people of Oklahoma that are still alive here. Some of the main Oklahoma bills that…

The Passing of Brother Jeophery D’Souza

It is with great sadness that we share with you of the passing of brother Jeophery D’Souza on Wednesday April 12, 2017. Jeophery hired on back in 1992 as a Building cleaner and moved up the ranks to an OSM in the years he had been with us.. Services for Jeophery Dsouza Evening Wake April…

VETERAN BENEFIT FAIR 2017

Looking for information on benefits available to you as a Veteran, or on organizations that help and support veterans? VETERAN BENEFIT FAIR Saturday, May 6, 2017 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday, May 9, 2017 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. M&E Training Center, A-1-B6   Contact: Scott Chisum, 918-694-2727 While it’s not required, if you…

All That Glitters is GOLD!

The first ever garage sale to benefit the American Heart Association and 2017 Tulsa Heart Walk was a huge success! The event was held on April 7th. and 8th. through a joint effort by the TWU/ AA employees. The successful two days raised over $2500 for the Heart Walk. A big Thank You goes out…

Hard Work and Dedication Pays Off

It was a time for celebration and recognitions for union members from Eastern Oklahoma on April 4, 2017. The United Way and State AFL-CIO paid honor to union members that have volunteered their time and talents to support their fellow co-workers, their community, and their families. Local 514 is proud to have eight members that…