February 2022 Membership Meetings
Monday February 28, 2022
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- 7:15 AM
- 11:45 AM
- 3:45 PM
Place :
TWU Hall, 11929 East Pine Street, Tulsa, OK 74116
Agenda
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- Regular Order of Business
Message from AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler
- Today, we send support and solidarity to the working people of Ukraine who face the devastating impact of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s military attack on their country.
- We support President Biden’s call for a unified response by the global community to bring an end to the attack on Ukraine.
- The consequences of the attack on Ukraine are vast—tens of thousands of lives may be lost in the first few days of fighting, and the stability of the global economy and the international order is at risk.
- We will work together with the global labor movement and our respective governments to re-establish a common security framework that stops violent conflicts like the one against Ukraine and prioritizes investments in our shared economic security.
AMFA again fails to understand the meaning of craft and class and is denied by the NMB
Another Fail.
This determination addresses the application filed by the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) alleging a representation dispute pursuant to the Railway Labor Act (RLA), 45 U.S.C. §152, Ninth (Section 2, Ninth),1 among “Maintenance Controllers” at JetBlue Airways Corporation (JetBlue or Carrier).
For the reasons set forth below, the National Mediation Board (Board or NMB) finds that “Maintenance Controllers” is not a distinct craft or class at JetBlue but rather are part of the Mechanics and Related Employees craft or class and, therefore, dismisses the application.
February 23-24, 2022 Weather Event
During this weather event the company has stated that all DAT’s and Comp days will be approved, just send an email to Tulsa.administration.center@aa.com.
The decision was not made by the Local, State or Federal Government during this event that would activate Article 14(K.
As far as a Contractual right, this is what we have in our CBA:
Article 14 – Hours of Service
K. When a decision is made by Federal, State or Local Government officials that prohibits an individual employee from reporting to work (i.e. Travel Ban, Curfew, or State of Emergency), the employee will notify the Company as soon as practical, and the Company will approve the options listed below.
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An employee who is scheduled and reports to work on time will be entitled to full pay for the day, unless the employee voluntarily agrees to either take the rest of the day off without pay, or to use any other compensated time off (excluding block vacation and sick) to make up his wages for time missed when absent due to adverse conditions.
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An employee arriving later than the beginning of the shift will be paid only for the actual hours worked and may use HAT (paid in a minimum of one (1) hour increments at straight time) to cover any time lost, or take time missed without pay at the employee’s option.
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When an employee is absent due to adverse conditions, and is unable to report to work, he will not receive regular pay for that day. The employee, at his option, may use any other compensated time off (excluding block vacation and sick) to make up his wages for time missed when absent due to adverse conditions.
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If any of the above applies, an employee will not be charged with an absence/tardiness under the attendance control policy.
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If you have had any problems with attendance during the February 23/24th event and it was not handled by the company according to their above statement, please contact your Union Steward so we can investigate and seek to remedy the issue.
As always Practice Caution in times of adverse weather conditions.
Kendal Anderson
Vice President
Calling on Volunteers!
The Oklahoma State AFL-CIO has partnered with the Major League Fishing for the 2022 Redcrest Expo.
The Redcrest Expo is a free family friendly event from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Friday, March 25th, Saturday, March 26th and Sunday March, 27th at the Tulsa Expo Square.
During the Expo, volunteers will be assembling fish habitats out of PVC and wooden pallets; and this year, the task has been given to Local Unions to gather Teams of 10 Members to fill up 12 shifts over the three Expo days.
Each shift is 3 hours long and needs 10 team members.
That is 120 volunteers needed!
The shifts start at 10 am and end at 7 pm each day. All ages are welcome! And not everyone needs to be a Union Member.
Contact Tracy Hardin at 918-409-5962 or Kendal Anderson at 918-437-4300 to volunteer
For more information, visit: majorleaguefishing.com
Black History Month Facts
Heavyweight Champ: Jack Johnson became the first African American man to hold the World Heavyweight Champion boxing title in 1908. He held onto the belt until 1915.
Supreme Court Justice: Thurgood Marshall was the first African American ever appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court. He was appointed by President Lyndon B. Johnson and served on the court from 1967 to 1991.
Self-Made Millionaire: Madam C.J. Walker was born on a cotton plantation in Louisiana and became wealthy after inventing a line of African American hair care products. She established Madame C.J. Walker Laboratories and was also known for her philanthropy.
Voter Information Calendar
- April 5 – Board of Education General Election and Special Elections
- June 28 – Primary Election and Special Elections
- August 23 – Runoff Primary Election and Special Elections
- November 8 – General Election and Special Elections
On Base Gym
Camera’s will be installed at the doors to the gym. The gym is to be used on employee time off. Before or after work or unpaid lunch. Be mindful of how much time you spend in the facility.
Enhanced Pre-Retirement Survivor Annuity
If you are represented by the TWU, eligible and vested in the pension plan, and have a spouse, please make sure you have taken care of Pre- Retirement Survivor Annuity. This form provides up to 100% of your pension to your surviving spouse in case you pass away before you commence retirement. If you have already taken care of this no further action is needed. Simple one pager that will last a lifetime.
The TWU/AA Blood Drive
The TWU/AA Blood Drive will continue on Monday February 28th. and run thru March 1st.
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- Monday, 28 8 AM-2 PM
- Tuesday, Mar 1 8 AM-2PM
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Town Hall Room/ Blood Drive Room
Upstairs Hangar 3 & 4
For Transportation Call EXT: 4013
Submitted By,
Tracy Hardin
Passages
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.”
The Passing of Retired Brother John Fugate
We are deeply saddened to share with you the passing of retired Brother John Ernest Fugate on February 22, 2022. John had started working here at American back in 1987 as a Stock Clerk, he retired in 2009. His son, John Fugate works in hangars 1&2 as an Aviation Maintenance Technician. Please keep the Fugate…
The Passing of Retired Brother Douglas M. Simon
A Celebration of Doug’s Life will be held Saturday, March 26, 2022 from 11:00AM-2:00PM at Stokely Event Center. A light lunch will be served.