We are the United Steelworkers, North America’s largest industrial union. We’re 1.2 million members and retirees strong in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean. We proudly represent men and women who work in nearly every industry there is.
As you are aware, we did not reach an agreement for a LMP. The Company has implemented their plan which includes a VLO. The Union did NOT agree to the rules placed within this voluntary layoff and we disagree with the Company’s interpretation of our Sub-pay language outlined in our BLA. We will be challenging it through the grievance procedure.
If you do elect to sign, please be aware of Paragraph 3 of the VLO form which states, “I understand that the special Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC) of $600 per week will be considered part of the state unemployment benefits for purposes of the Supplemental Unemployment Benefit (SUB) Offset which may fulfill all obligations for SUB.” As long as the FPUC $600 is in the calculation,you are waiving your contractual right to sub-pay including the $250 minimum. (Please see the example chart below.)
Also, once you sign up for a VLO, you will remain laid off for the duration or until you are recalled by the Company. You may not voluntarily return to work as you choose.
Before signing the VLO form, I strongly encourage you to speak directly with one of your Executive Board Officials or your Zone Griever.
The Company is in the process of replacing as many contractors as possible, including those preforming janitorial duties with displaced incumbent Employees in lieu of layoffs. Training to accomplish this is taking place this week.
Please continue to social distance and work safe as we continue to navigate these unchartered waters. Thank you for your continued patience and understanding.
In Solidarity, Pete Trinidad Sr. USW Local 6787 President
The Company’s plan states: “The amounts of SUB pay may be offset by the amount of unemployment compensation, which includes any Federal Pandemic Compensation (FPUC) Trade Adjustment Allowance and any excess other compensation you receive. If the difference between SUB pay and the offset is above $0 but less than $250, your total weekly SUB pay will be $250 per week.”
The Company is calculating the Sub Pay as Follows:40 times your continuous service percentage minus Unemployment benefits and FPUC which equals $990.
Local 1944 has several committees that work on specialized areas to strengthen the union by making recommendations, engaging members, organizing events, and protecting members' rights in the workplace. Learn more about the various committees below.
Local 1944 has several committees that work on specialized areas to strengthen the union by making recommendations, engaging members, organizing events, and protecting members' rights in the workplace. Learn more about the various committees below.
*Note:* You will be asked to submit your name and contact information along with your relevant experience and reasons why you wish to be considered.
*Note:* You will be asked to submit your name and contact information along with your relevant experience and reasons why you wish to be considered.
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Last update: April 1, 2020 - Français [1]
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Last update: April 21, 2020 - Français [1]
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Civil and Human Rights Committee [2]*
Civil and Human Rights Committee [2]*
Consideration is to be given to ensure regional representation on the committee.
Consideration is to be given to ensure regional representation on the committee.
With in part of the new Contra Costa County mandate of face coverings coming into affect on Wednesday the 22nd the company will be adding an additional $24 on out paychecks for us to buy face coverings. This will show up on your check just like the old boot allowance did back in the day. This decision has been made due to the companies orders of mask that have been delayed. The orders have been pushed back by CCHealth for First Responders and the Medical field . The company will check back with CCHealth in 2 months to see the progress or our order of masks,to make the decision to pay out anther lump-sum again or not.
Please follow all Company policies and Procedures, Safety is the first Priority!
If you have any questions please feel free to contact the union hall by email or phone, along with our president Ben by email or in person at the following.
We have seen some big changes in the past month and we have all had to adapt to a new circumstances with COVID-19. We would like to check in with everyone to see how you are doing and if you have any questions or concerns that you would like to discuss. We really hope you can make it to this Zoom meeting this Thursday, even if you just pop in and say hi.
- Round table wellness check.
- Do you have any new hobbies or Netflix/show recommendations
- Q&A. Bring any questions forward to the upcoming meeting.
- Congratulations to Shop Stewards Mary Wojdyga and Anne Shantz on Retirement
- Congratulations to Jenn Turner in her new role as Trustee for 1944
Note, if you are unable to attend, please email your questions to: [email protected]
If you would like to join this Zoom web-conference, please email [email protected] for instructions.
