Tag: locals

Local 591, Lawsuit against TWU International’s consolidation of line locals

On January 4, 2013, TWU International President, James Little, interpreted the TWU Constitution and concluded that TWU had the authority to consolidate the Local Unions as recommended in the IEC Subcommittee report. The IEC unanimously passed a resolution adopting the subcommittee’s recommendations. The consolidation of the Local Unions was scheduled to occur on March 22, 2013. In compliance with the TWU Constitution,…

Resolution of the International Executive Council Regarding Restructuring of Mechanics’ Locals

Final resolution adopted the International Executive Council January 8, 2013. The IEC has appointed the following election committeemen, Richie Boehm (Chair), Bobby Gless and Tony McCoy. Here is the proposed Local 591 election timeline, subject to change: 1/14/13 Post Notice of Election/Nomination and nomination form on TWU and Local websites and bulletin boards 1/28/13 Nominations open…