The Human Rights and Diversity Commission, in conjunction with the Teamsters History Project,
welcomes the next segment of monthly history programs based on Teamsters, the labor movement, and the diversity within our union.
These programs are designed to look at a wide variety of aspects in our shared past, including events in Black, Women's, Hispanic, and LGBTQ+ histories and their impact on Teamster and labor history.
The programs, presented in Zoom format, will be open to all and approximately 90 minutes in length; registration is required to receive the link to join the session. We do encourage you to share this announcement with anyone you believe to be interested; this is not just for Teamsters but to everyone in your communities. We hope this program will generate some lively discussion and ideas for programs and events at your locals, in your communities, and at home.
The program will be
Sunday, May 19, 2024
1:00pm – 2:30pm EST
Presented by Barry Eidlin
Associate Professor of Sociology
McGill University
We at Local 703 send gratitude and congrats to our esteemed business agents, Sam Scianna, Tony Carioscia, and Johnny Scianna, alongside their steadfast bargaining committee, for their unwavering dedication in negotiating a transformative new contract at Golden Country. This landmark agreement includes unprecedented wage increases, with senior members in multiple classifications receiving up to $2 in the first year, and an average increase of $1 annually and more for other members, along with enhanced vacation benefits. Furthermore, the contract secures language guaranteeing hours for our workforce. This achievement represents a significant milestone for Golden Country and underscores our agents' commitment to the well-being and prosperity of our members. Thank you for your exemplary leadership and tireless advocacy on behalf of our members.
Congrats to the Chef's Warehouse Drivers and VP Tony Carioscia on ratifying a new 3 year contract. They will receive a 4% increase every Feb. 1st each of the 3yrs. There are only 'Class C' CDL drivers here and new driver starting rate was bumped up to a weekly salary of $1152. The senior 'Class C' drivers salary can be up to and for some will be over $90k at the end of the 3yr contract making them some of the highest paid 'Class C' CDL drivers in our industry. They were also able to maintain their guaranteed 48 hour weekly pay check. Along with 6 sick days they can now earn an additional 5 personal days with good attendance and have revised their attendance policy which allows them to buy back points every 90 days. They increased the amount of weekly vacation slots from 1 to 3 drivers off per week. They were also able to lower the grievance/ arbitration procedure timeline so the company has to respond in a much more timely manner.
We are Proud to announce that Mario Martinez, the Union Committee and myself, Pat Bruno held the Kraft/Heinz Claussen Pickle Ratification Vote today.
It Passed Overwhelmingly giving Our Members the Best CBA Ever! Wage Increases that will cost the Company over Ten Million Dollars, Union Insurance at a cost of 4.8 Million Dollars, Bonuses at a Cost of two hundred and fifty five thousand Dollars, More Money on Shift Differentials, More Money for Boot allowance, More Money for Sick Days a cost of over Sixteen Million Dollars!
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Teamsters International Communications Photographer stopped by one of our facilities to take some photos & videos of our hard working members at Lakeshore Beverage in Arlington Heights for the upcoming Soft Drink Conference. *Pictured here is some of our members as well as our Business Agent Giovan (Johnny) Scianna.
All of us at Teamsters Local 703 are pleased to announce the successful negotiation and ratification of a new three-year contract with Get Fresh, voted in favor by our members at the facility. Through collaborative efforts between our Business agents and our bargaining committee, we achieved a landmark agreement, demonstrating our commitment to advancing the interests of our members. This contract not only secures the highest wages ever for each job classification within the company we represent but also introduces language enhancements aimed at improving their day-to-day operations and fortifying member protections. This milestone is a testament to our unwavering dedication to ensuring the prosperity and well-being of our members in their respective industry.
The Solidarity Slate secured victory in the
Joint Council 25 Elections with a strategic campaign led by,
Thomas W. Stiede - President
Juan C. Campos - Secretary Treasurer
Michael T. Haffner - Vice President
Patrick A. Gleason - Recording Secretary
and Trustees:
Debra Simmons Peterson
John T. Coli Jr.
Chris Richter
Their collective efforts and support garnered widespread approval, leading to a successful election outcome. We all at Local 703 wish them all the best in their respective roles and congratulate them on their victory!
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of our incredible and dedicated members of 703 as well as all the members from their own respective local’s who came out to show their support for the Chicago Teamsters Hispanic Caucus. Your presence and solidarity mean the world to us. A special thank you also goes out to all the fighters, trainers, and staff who worked tirelessly to make this event possible. We deeply appreciate the commitment and hard work you put into this cause. To all the members in attendance, your support fuels our mission and strengthens our community. Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Together, we are stronger than ever.
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