Sam Cirri’s press release regarding American Airlines’ plan to move 70 Maintenance Control Technicians (MCT) and 160 related support to Texas caught the eye of Oklahoma House District 77 Representative Eric Proctor. Representative Proctor pledged his support and announced his intent to speak against the move. The Tulsa community has invested millions of tax dollars…
Category: Welfare
Foster Brunner Tool Raffle
Foster Brunner passed away in 1997. His widow is moving to a nursing home and asked if we could raffle his circular saw, gasoline blower, small tool box and miscellaneous tools to help off-set the cost. Raffle tickets will be distributed to shop stewards at the September 12, 2011 Shop Steward meeting. Tickets are a…
Spc. Joshua M. Seals, 21, of Porter, Okla.
Spc. Joshua M. Seals, 21, of Porter, Okla., died Aug. 16 in Paktia province, Afghanistan, from a non-combat related incident. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 279th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Oklahoma National Guard, Tulsa, Okla. Yet again we were asked to honor a fallen hero from the 145th, and AA/TWU…
Visiting Nurse Association (VNA)
The Visiting Nurse Program was established to provide skilled nursing home health services to those without insurance or with limited financial resources. This program provides services to approximately 325 clients per year, averaging 8,500 total visits per year, all in the greater Tulsa area. The program is funded in part by the Tulsa Area United…
Honoring those who Gave it All!
Great job everyone. I can’t thank you enough for your participation. What we do means so much to the family and community. Times like this make me so proud of my AA family. Thank you again. Curtis Lyons, TWU514 Vetrans Committee Saturday Aug 13, 2011. 83 bikes and 6 cages (vehicles) assembled at the staging area. We…
The Social Security Puzzle
Is it time to to start thinking seriously about retirement? If it is, it’s time to start thinking about Social Security, too. When is the best time to sign up for benefits? Only you can decide. Your Timetable If you want, you can sign up for Social Security benefits at age 62. However, you’ll receive…
UNION SPORTSMEN’S ALLIANCE MAKING CONSERVATION FOOTPRINTS WITH BOOTS ON THE GROUND PROGRAM
Facts and Information Boots on the Ground (BOTG) is a program of the Union Sportsmen’s Alliance (USA), North America’s largest community of Union sportsmen and women committed to preserving our outdoor heritage for future generations. BOTG is made up of skilled Union members, who volunteer their time, labor and expertise to help expand and improve…
How Do You Respond to Stress?
When experiencing stress, you may be affected totally, not only in your body but also in your emotional reactions, your personal thoughts and your relations with others. The following list of stress symptoms contains the most typical reaction to stress. It can also help you begin focusing on ways to manage stress. Check any symptoms…
Announcement by President Sam Cirri
Brothers and Sisters, I am pleased to announce Dale Lantz as the VPP Coordinator (Voluntary Protection Plan) for TWU, Local 514. Dale has nine years experience as the Safety Chairman of this local as well as being a member of multiple safety committees such as Accident Prevention Council, National Safety Council, Oklahoma Safety Council and…
Roger Allen Bogner: Tool Box Raffle
submitted by Bear Messick Congratulations to the toolbox winner, Jim Seagrove. We raised over $2,750 for the Bogner family. Thanks to all those who participated in the raffle.