The latest news updates about and of interest to members of Victory Lodge 1725, District Lodge 141, District Lodge 142 and the IAM Grand Lodge. Here you will find information about upcoming events such as Special Elections, Shop Steward Nominations and Elections, Local Lodge Events such as Appreciation Days, etc.
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January 28, 2020
Since the outbreak of the Coronavirus, the IAM Joint Air Transport Safety Committee (JATSC) has been proactive in ensuring the safety of all IAM members who work with the traveling public and provide cleaning and maintenance on aircraft.
The committee has participated in conference calls with its respective airlines to discuss the adequacy of current policies and procedures. These calls have included the airlines’ Medical, Safety, Emergency Preparedness and Operating Departments.
JATSC Representatives have also initiated conference calls with other aviation union affiliates of the AFL-CIO’s Transportation Trades Department (TTD) along with principals and senior officials from … Read More...
NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE
Sisters and Brothers,
Talks continue by phone between the Association Leadership and American Airlines in reaching a JCBA. As such, we wanted to update the membership and dispel a false narrative, speculation and rumors some may be spreading.
We are set to meet again with the NMB on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at 10:00AM through the close of business on Friday, January 31, 2020. We are hopeful these dates with the NMB will not be necessary, however, if needed they will be utilized.
Further information will be provided as it becomes available.
January 18, 2020
Sisters, Brothers and Friends of the IAM,
Like so many other social justice warriors, Dr. King realized that inequality is a threat to our democracy. He spent his life fighting and calling for economic justice. King realized that inequality is a threat to our democracy—right until the very end. As we pause to celebrate his birthday, we must redouble our efforts to make his dream a reality.
Prior to his assassination in 1968, King worked feverishly to highlight economic injustice in America through his Poor People’s Campaign. Economic inequality continues to threaten our country today. Wages for … Read More...
The Veterans Administration has extended access to Commissary, Military Service Exchange, and MWR beginning this January.
Eligible Veterans and Primary Family Caregivers will have access to DoD and Coast Guard commissaries, exchanges, and morale, welfare, and recreation retail services.
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The VA also recently released a list of its most popular free Vet Resources of 2019. Click the graphic below to read the full list!
Please join us in wishing Line Maintenance AMT Mike Carroll a very Happy Retirement!
Mike retired from American Airlines on Wednesday, January 15th, 2020. He began working with Piedmont Airlines before the mergers with US Air and American and witnessed many changes, mergers and moves over his 33 year career.
Mike, you are always welcome to come back and visit us at the local lodge. We hope you enjoy this next chapter in your life to the fullest. Best of luck to you and yours!
The Community Service Committee sponsored a “Feed the Teacher Day.”
The teachers of Renaissance West STEAM Academy was very grateful for the lunch provided by the Community Service Committee.
Not only do we take care of the kids but we take care of the teachers as well! Because without them who will teach our children….
In Solidarity, LL 1725 Community Service Committee
Some Photos from the event:
Please join us in wishing a very Happy Retirement to Victory Lodge member Todd Duggins!
Todd worked in Stores at the Offsite Facility. He began his career with Piedmont Airlines and worked through the many mergers to finish out his 35 year career with American Airlines.
Todd, please know that you are always welcome to visit and participate in Local Lodge activities. We hope you’ll come back and see us sometime and enjoy this next chapter in your life to the fullest.
One of the highlights, every year, of the January business meeting is the swearing in of new Shop Stewards. This year also saw the swearing in of the new Grievance Committees for Fleet Service and Maintenance & Related.
As our lodge grows in membership so do the numbers of shop stewards. We are proud of all our new and returning stewards who have dedicated themselves to serving our members in every capacity that they are able.
Likewise the swearing in of new Grievance Committees is an important milestone every two years. Our Grievance Committees count on the support of all … Read More...
Join us in wishing our very own Bob Csanyi a Happy Retirement!! Bob retired January 2, 2020 with 35 years of service. Bob started his career with Piedmont Airlines.
Bob is also a recipient of the Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award which honors mechanics with 50 years in aviation.
Bob, you are welcome to come back and see us at the lodge anytime. Enjoy your retirement and we wish you the best!
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