President:
This week, your elected officers and convention delegates journeyed to Las Vegas, NV, for the 27th TWU Constitutional Convention. Our Local 514 delegates cast votes not only for International Officers but also on crucial resolutions that will guide the International Officers’ work for the next four years. A link to review all passed resolutions will be shared in the coming weeks.
The John Samuelsen Slate won by acclamation as there were no opposing candidates for positions on the International Administrative Council (IAC), International Executive Council (IEC), or International Executive Board (IEB). I actively promoted TWU Local 514, and to ensure our retention of an International VP, IEC position, which I’ve held since 2013, I advocated for Local 514 VP Marla Johnson to be offered an IEB position. I’m pleased to report that she is now on the IEB, and I maintained my VP position on the IEC. These roles enable Marla and me to influence the International’s direction and continue supporting the 514 membership.
As always, I’m available 24/7 at 918-636-6089.
Take care,
Vice President:
It’s been a great week at the 27th TWU International Convention. We appreciate the support and trust of our Local in sending us as your representatives.
Membership Meeting
Thursday, September 25, 2025
- 7:15 am
- 11:45 am
- 3:45 pm
FACES (Female AMTs Connecting for Empowerment and Support) will be held at AA headquarters September 24-26th
Chairman of Maintenance:
This week, the board is attending the 27th Constitutional Convention. I want to congratulate International President John Samuelsen on his re-election, as well as all the brothers and sisters elected to their positions—including International Vice President Dale Danker and newly elected International Executive Board member Marla Johnson.
Please, everyone, stay safe, and I look forward to seeing you all next week.
Joe Brown
(918) 284-9666
JBrown@twumail.org
Chairman of Material Logistics Specialist:
This week, I attended the 27th TWU Constitutional Convention in Las Vegas. Dale Danker was re-elected as International Vice President, and Marla Johnson was elected to the International Executive Board. We heard discussions on the Threat of AI and Advancing Technology to American Jobs. It was nice visiting with other union brothers and sisters from TWU Locals across the Air, Rail, and Transit Divisions.
We will have job postings in the following bid areas: 022S (Issuing), 025S (CAM), 031S (Shipping), 034S (Receiving).
I will be back on base Monday. On Tuesday, I will be at the hall for an e-board meeting. Thursday, we have Membership Meetings at 7:15 a.m., 11:45 a.m., and 3:45 p.m.
B.J. Rackers
(918) 346-8918
bjracker@twumail.org
Executive Board Members at Large:
George Albano:
This week, I attended the 27th TWU International Convention, my first convention. Let me just say that it was very inspiring to see how the TWU fights back against companies trying to take wages and benefits from their employees.
Being here has reignited my determination to energize and mobilize the 514 membership. In just 18 months, we’ll face a critical moment, one that will require all of us to stand together to protect and improve our wages, benefits, and working conditions.
Congratulations to TWU514 Dale Danker, INTL VP, and Marla Johnson, newly elected INTL Executive Board member.
George Albano
918-378-1947
GAlbano@twumail.org
Gene Chapin:
- I attended the 27th International Convention this week.
- I’ve taken several calls on issues that I will look into on Monday. I will be on base at 5:00 am if you need anything.
- There are two days left for the Red Cross blood drive. Please donate on Monday and Tuesday if you can.
Gene
918-640-2097
GChapin@twumail.org
Linda Dill:
It has been a very successful week at our TWU 27th Constitutional Convention. Union work is getting done nationwide, and there is always something new to see and learn at the education on working in a union.
Congratulations to President John Samuelsen, Executive Vice-President Alex Garcia, Secretary Treasurer Jerome Lafragola, Administrative VP Curtis Tate, and Administrative VP Mike Mayes on their re-elections.
Congratulations to our own TWU514 Dale Danker, INTL VP, and newly elected INTL Executive Board, Marla Johnson.
TWU514 Delegates are soaking up a lot of stories/history from our TWU Locals around the system in Transit, Bus, Rail, and Air. The stories in the fights against companies and the power of our TWU union are inspiring. The organizing being done is like nothing TWU has seen before. A wide range of guest speakers who fully support TWU members give us energy to continue the fight, knowing our leadership at our INTL is fully ready to bring what is needed for TWU members. The unity of our TWU514 is the foundation of our strength. As President Samuelsen said, there should be no in-fighting amongst our members…..don’t give companies any more power over union members. Stand together, learn together, fight together-together we win.
DID YOU KNOW:
Michael Quill (TWU founding father) first organized TWU members in NYC in 1934. The TWU of America, AFL-CIO, now represents more than 160,000 members across the Airline, Railroad, and Transit University Utilities and Services. TWU represents over 100 autonomous locals with members from across the USA!
Linda
(918) 954-4709
LDill@twumail.org
Tracy Hardin:
This 27th Convention of the TWU has combed through our proud history and shines a huge light on our future. We are stronger and more resilient than ever before.
With our local president and vice president being elected to positions on the international stage, Local 514 is positioned for a stronger voice at future negotiations.
Congratulations to the TWU International leaders for their overwhelming re-election!
Congratulations to our local leaders for continuing to work and steer Local 514 in a direction that benefits us all.
Tracy
(918) 409-5962
THardin@twumail.org
Don McCormick:
GRIEVANCES – Resolved 218 YTD
- July – Resolved 25 with 9 paid, 1 disciplinary action reduced, and 15 W/D
- August – Resolved 37 with 25 Paid 12 W/D
- September – Resolved 14 with 12 paid and 2 W/D
205 Total Grievances
- 51 Active Grievances FT, OT bypasses
- 78 Known Outage (Awaiting Arbitration)
- 52 Shift Swap (2018/2019, Awaiting Arbitration)
- 20 Qualifications (Awaiting Arbitration)
- 2 Termination
- 3 Pre JCBA
John Hollihan is working with me to clear up the backlog of grievances.
We will be meeting again on September 24th to resolve the next batch.
This 27th Convention of the TWU was educational and reflected on the History of the TWU and where it is going in the future. Several great speakers in different industries with all the same and common goals. Feel free to hit up the delegates for a more indepth conversation.
Welfare and Entertainment
Tulsa Oilers Hockey – Starts October 24th. Tickets will be available next week.
Tickets available at the Union Hall M-F 7 am-11 am and 12 pm-4 pm
Trunk or Treat will be on October 18th, 6-8 PM at the Union Hall.
The TWU Local 514 Adult Party will be on November 22 at the Hard Rock Casino.
Registration will begin next Tuesday, September 23
Don
(918) 378-5823
DMcCormick@twumail.org
Daron Morgan:
I spent the week at the TWU 27th Convention.
While at the convention, I answered many calls from the membership. I will be on base on Monday to address any further questions.
Daron
918-402-0089
DMorgan@twumail.org