Local 703 News

Today, representatives of Teamsters Local 703 joined Amazon Teamsters, fellow Teamsters, and labor allies at Chicago City Hall in support of the Delivery Protection Act ahead of a Subject Matter Hearing before the Chicago City Council.

Introduced by Alderwoman Julia Ramirez of the 12th Ward, the proposed ordinance would require delivery companies operating in Chicago to license their last-mile delivery facilities with the City and would address subcontracting practices used by companies such as Amazon.

Local 703 was proud to stand alongside our fellow Teamsters and allies as workers made their voices heard at City Hall.

The Teamsters Union is calling on the Chicago City Council to pass the Delivery Protection Act and strengthen protections and accountability in Chicago’s delivery industry.

When Teamsters stand together, our voices are stronger.

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Yesterday, the Teamsters Warehouse Division conducted site visits with rank-and-file members across the Chicago area. Teamsters Warehouse Division Director Tom Erickson and division representatives joined Pat Bruno, President of Teamsters Local 703, to meet with US Foods Teamsters in Aurora, Illinois. Erickson spoke directly with members about workplace issues and the importance of continuing to build Teamsters power on the job. 

The Teamsters represent more than 5,500 US Foods workers nationwide. Local 703 drivers and warehouse workers in Aurora deliver products to hundreds of restaurants, universities, and hospitals throughout the region.

We are proud to announce that the Teamsters Local 703 Executive Board has been unanimously reelected to continue leading our Local.

This unanimous vote is a strong reflection of the confidence and trust our membership has placed in the leadership of Local 703. We thank our members for their attendance, their continued support and remain committed to fighting every day for stronger contracts, protecting our members’ rights, organizing new workers, and building an even stronger union.

The Teamsters Local 703 Executive Board shall consist of:

• Thomas W. Stiede

- Principal Officer & Secretary Treasurer

• Pat Bruno

- President

• Anthony Carioscia

- Vice President

• Dave McLin

- Recording Secretary

• Sam Scianna

- Trustee

• Mario Martinez

- Trustee

• Jesse Miranda

- Trustee

Congratulations to our Executive Board, and thank you to every member of Teamsters Local 703 for your continued confidence and support. Together, we will continue moving Local 703 forward and fighting for working families across every workplace we represent.

After more than six weeks on the picket line, we are proud to announce that we have won the strike and secured a strong first contract for our new members at Open Kitchens.

This victory belongs to every worker who stood shoulder to shoulder through the heat, rain, and long days, refusing to back down until they earned the respect and contract they deserved.

A special thank you to Joint Council 25 and its outstanding Organizing Department. Your dedication throughout the organizing campaign and strike was instrumental to this victory. We especially want to recognize David Bernt, Lynelle Ortiz and Liam Bomher for their tireless work coordinating our picket lines and standing with our members every step of the way.

We are also incredibly grateful to our fellow Locals 673, 700, 710, 731, 743, 777 and board members of The Chicago Teamsters Hispanic Caucus for standing in solidarity with our members.

Many of these locals also generously donated food and beverages throughout the strike, helping keep our members going during the long days on the line.

A special thank you to Local 705 for providing tents, inflatables, and equipment that were essential in supporting our extended picket line locations.

Thank you to the IBT for their support on social media, providing additional picket signs and strike gear, and providing the workers the $1,000 per week strike benefit, that support made a tremendous difference and gave our members the ability to continue fighting for a fair contract without having to choose between standing up for their rights and providing for their families.

Teamsters Local 703 members at Cougle Commission have spoken loud and clear, voting 100% YES to ratify a new three-year agreement.

This overwhelming vote shows the strength and unity of the membership. By standing together, workers secured improvements that will strengthen protections, enhance working conditions, and build a more stable future for everyone at the facility.

This agreement reflects what can be achieved when members stay engaged, support one another, and take an active role in the bargaining process.

Congratulations to the Cougle Commission members and the bargaining committee on this strong victory.

Teamsters Local 703 is proud to announce a major organizing victory at Glacier Point in Bridgeview.

After building momentum and standing united, workers have successfully secured a win—proving once again that when working people come together, real change happens.

Organizing victories like this strengthen our union and raise standards for workers across the industry. Every win builds momentum for the next fight and sends a clear message that workers are ready to stand up and demand respect on the job.

Teamsters Local 703 remains committed to organizing, growing our strength, and delivering real results for working people.

When we FIGHT together, we WIN together.

Teamsters Local 703 members at the Chicago International Produce Market have officially ratified a new 5-year agreement with an overwhelming 98% YES vote.

This historic agreement reflects the strength, unity, and determination of our members. When we stand together, we win strong contracts that protect our future.

Teamsters Local 703 proudly thanks the bargaining committee for their hard work and leadership in securing this agreement: Vice President Anthony Carioscia, Trustee Sam Scianna, Business Agent Johnny Scianna, and Union Stewards Kenneth Johnson and Jorge Hernandez

An incredible time at this year’s Union Night with the Chicago Fire! Teamsters Local 703 was proud to be represented by a strong showing of union stewards, members, and representatives who came out to celebrate solidarity and union pride.

It was a great evening filled with energy, unity, and community spirit. Events like this remind us of the power of standing together—not just at our daily jobs, but in every aspect of our union family.

Thank you to everyone who showed up and represented Local 703 with pride!

Sponsored with pride by Teamsters Local 703, these young athletes showed true heart, hustle, and teamwork. We’re proud to stand with them—on and off the field!

Teamsters General President Sean O’Brien and General Secretary-Treasurer Fred Zuckerman visited the Chicago International Produce Market alongside the Teamsters Local 703 Executive Board and Business Agents to meet with the hardworking union members who keep the market running strong.

The visit was a great success, with members showing their appreciation for the leadership’s commitment to protecting and strengthening Teamster jobs. General President O’Brien expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome and the unity displayed by Local 703 members.

We thank our General President and Secretary-Treasurer for taking the time to see firsthand the dedication of our members and for standing with us in the fight for stronger contracts, better wages, and improved working conditions.