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Tuesday, June 9th 2020 - USW Local 7600 organized and hosted an event to promote Unity and Solidarity with the political leaders, union members and the local community. First communications were sent out to the membership on Saturday, June 6th through a *text blast using the keyword, (Action). * [1]The action group was created and launched on Thursday, June 4th and sent out to the membership by e-mail and to the general text blast. Union members who subscribe to the ACTION group will be invited to participate in future events that require a show of unity and solidarity. Other actions taken, will be to send letters to community leaders for things like the recent action we had *demanding PPE's for healthcare workers. [2]* So far, we have 75 union members signed up, *if you would like to be notified when events or actions are being had please click on this link for instructions. [3] *
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Tuesday, June 9th 2020 - USW Local 7600 organized and hosted an event to promote Unity and Solidarity with the political leaders, union members and the local community. First communications were sent out to the membership on Saturday, June 6th via *text blast using the keyword, (Action). * [1]The action group was created and launched on Thursday, June 4th and sent out to the membership by e-mail and to the general text blast. Union members who subscribe to the ACTION group will be invited to participate in future events that require a show of unity and solidarity. Other actions taken, will be to send letters to community leaders for things like the recent action we had *demanding PPE's for healthcare workers. [2]* So far, we have 75 union members signed up, *if you would like to be notified when events or actions are being had please click on this link for instructions. [3] *
•The event started at 7pm, Contract Specialist Joel Maya kicked off the vigil, welcoming and thanking all 100 guests for their attendance and emphasizing the importance of unity and solidarity.
•The event started at 7pm, Contract Specialist Joel Maya kicked off the vigil, welcoming and thanking all 100 guests for their attendance and emphasizing the importance of unity and solidarity.
Tuesday, June 9th 2020 - USW Local 7600 organized and hosted an event to promote Unity and Solidarity with the political leaders, union members and the local community. First communications were sent out to the membership on Saturday, June 6th through a *text blast using the keyword, (Action). * [1]The action group was created and launched on Thursday, June 4th and sent out to the membership by e-mail and to the general text blast. Union members who subscribe to the ACTION group will be invited to participate in future events that require a show of unity and solidarity. Other actions taken, will be to send letters to community leaders for things like the recent action we had *demanding PPE's for helthcare workers. [2]* So far, we have 75 union members signed up, *if you would like to be notified when events or actions are being had please click on this link for instructions. [3] *
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Tuesday, June 9th 2020 - USW Local 7600 organized and hosted an event to promote Unity and Solidarity with the political leaders, union members and the local community. First communications were sent out to the membership on Saturday, June 6th through a *text blast using the keyword, (Action). * [1]The action group was created and launched on Thursday, June 4th and sent out to the membership by e-mail and to the general text blast. Union members who subscribe to the ACTION group will be invited to participate in future events that require a show of unity and solidarity. Other actions taken, will be to send letters to community leaders for things like the recent action we had *demanding PPE's for healthcare workers. [2]* So far, we have 75 union members signed up, *if you would like to be notified when events or actions are being had please click on this link for instructions. [3] *
•The event started at 7pm, Contract Specialist Joel Maya kicked off the vigil, welcoming and thanking all 100 guests for their attendance and emphasizing the importance of unity and solidarity.
•The event started at 7pm, Contract Specialist Joel Maya kicked off the vigil, welcoming and thanking all 100 guests for their attendance and emphasizing the importance of unity and solidarity.
•After the moving speeches delivered by all 5 community leaders, all 100 guests took a moment of silence for 8:46 seconds while shining the flash lights on their phones. The event was finalized by a performance sung by recording artist Nickie King and a concluding statement issued by event hose, Gina Hamilton.The event was covered by: *The San Bernardino County Sun [4]**The Fontana Herald [5]* *The Daily Bulletin [6]*.Click on the links to view the stories.*Please visit our gallery to view the photos. [7]*
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•After the moving speeches delivered by all 5 community leaders, all 100 guests took a moment of silence for 8:46 seconds while shining the flash lights on their phones. The event was finalized by a performance sung by recording artist Nickie King and a concluding statement issued by event hose, Gina Hamilton.
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The event was covered by: *The San Bernardino County Sun [4]**The Fontana Herald [5]* *The Daily Bulletin [6]*.Click on the links to view the stories.*Please visit our gallery to view the photos. [7]*
•After the moving speeches delivered by all 5 community leaders, all 100 guests took a moment of silence for 8:46 seconds while shining the flash lights on their phones. The event was finalized by a performance sung by recording artist Nickie King and a concluding statement issued by event hose, Gina Hamilton.The event was covered by: *The San Bernardino County Sun [4]**The Fontana Herald [5]* *The Daily Bulletin [6]*.Click on the links to view the stories.Please visit our gallery to view the photos.
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•After the moving speeches delivered by all 5 community leaders, all 100 guests took a moment of silence for 8:46 seconds while shining the flash lights on their phones. The event was finalized by a performance sung by recording artist Nickie King and a concluding statement issued by event hose, Gina Hamilton.The event was covered by: *The San Bernardino County Sun [4]**The Fontana Herald [5]* *The Daily Bulletin [6]*.Click on the links to view the stories.*Please visit our gallery to view the photos. [7]*
•After the moving speeches delivered by all 5 community leaders, all 100 guests took a moment of silence for 8:46 seconds while shining the flash lights on their phones. The event was finalized by a performance sung by recording artist Nickie King and a concluding statement issued by event hose, Gina Hamilton.The event was covered by *The San Bernardino County Sun [4]*, *The Fontana Herald [5]* and *The Daily Bulletin [6]* were all in attendance covering the event.
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•After the moving speeches delivered by all 5 community leaders, all 100 guests took a moment of silence for 8:46 seconds while shining the flash lights on their phones. The event was finalized by a performance sung by recording artist Nickie King and a concluding statement issued by event hose, Gina Hamilton.The event was covered by: *The San Bernardino County Sun [4]**The Fontana Herald [5]**The Daily Bulletin [6]*.Click on the links to view the stories.Please visit our gallery to view the photos.
•After the moving speeches delivered by the politicians, all 100 guests took a moment of silence for 8:46 seconds shining the lights on their phones as it was too windy for the candles. The event was finalized by a performance sung by recording artist Nickie King.
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•After the moving speeches delivered by all 5 community leaders, all 100 guests took a moment of silence for 8:46 seconds while shining the flash lights on their phones. The event was finalized by a performance sung by recording artist Nickie King and a concluding statement issued by event hose, Gina Hamilton.The event was covered by *The San Bernardino County Sun [4]*, *The Fontana Herald [5]* and *The Daily Bulletin [6]* were all in attendance covering the event.
Tuesday, June 9th 2020 - USW Local 7600 organized and hosted an event to promote Unity and Solidarity with the political leaders, union members and the local community. First communications were sent out to the membership on Saturday, June 6th through a *text blast using the keyword, (Action). * [1]The action group was created and launched on Thursday, June 4th and sent out to the membership by e-mail and to the general text blast. Union members who subscribe to the ACTION group will be invited to participate in future events that require a show of unity and solidarity. Other actions taken, will be to send letters to community leaders for things like the recent action we had *demanding PPE's for helthcare workers. [2]* So far, we have 75 union members signed up, *if you would like to be notified when events or actions are being had please click on this link for instructions. [3] *
Tuesday, June 9th 2020 - USW Local 7600 organized and hosted an event to promote Unity and Solidarity with the political leaders, union members and the local community. First communications were sent out to the membership on Saturday, June 6th through a *text blast using the keyword, (Action). * [1]The action group was created and launched on Thursday, June 4th and sent out to the membership by e-mail and to the general text blast. Union members who subscribe to the ACTION group will be invited to participate in future events that require a show of unity and solidarity. Other actions taken, will be to send letters to community leaders for things like the recent action we had *demanding PPE's for helthcare workers. [2]* So far, we have 75 union members signed up, *if you would like to be notified when events or actions are being had please click on this link for instructions. [3] *
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•The event started at 7pm, Contract Specialist Joel Maya kicked off the vigil, welcoming and thanking all 100 guests for their attendance and emphasizing the importance of unity and solidarity.
•The event started at 7pm, Contract Specialist Joel Maya kicked off the vigil, welcoming and thanking all 100 guests for their attendance and emphasizing the importance of unity and...
USW Local 7600 organized and hosted an event to promote Unity and Solidarity against the ongoing systemic and racial injustices our nation is facing to include the recent slaying of George Floyd. Political leaders, union members and the local community gathered together to show respect and protest the killing of innocent black lives. At times everyone in attendance chanted, "No justice, no peace" and the phrase, Black Lives Matter reverberated amongst the people.
•The event started at 7pm, Contract Specialist Joel Maya kicked off the vigil, welcoming and thanking all guests in attendance while emphasizing the importance of unity and solidarity through these trying times.
•Gina Hamilton, Contract Specialist introduced Bishop Cecil A. Richardson who led the attendees into a beautiful prayer.
•John Tillar, Alliance of Healthcare Unions, Director of Southern California Region delivered a very passionate, powerful and moving speech.
•USW Local 7600 Rapid Response Coordinator, Dejonae Shaw introduced the following community leaders: (listed in the order they spoke)
Members who received a paycheck on June 4th will have their insurance premiums taken out of their checks weekly like the regular process. Members who will receive a paycheck on the 11th or 18th will have their premiums doubled for 2 weeks to cover the premiums for the month. If you are not going to receive a paycheck in June you will have to turn in a check for your premium amount as you have had to in prior months. The information for sending a check is at the bottom of the contact information section of this and past updates. If you have questions regarding your insurance please reach out to Madeline Stollfus at [email protected] or call 414-247-3486.
The company will be calling back all of maintenance, tool rooms, and materials departments. They will also be adding 10 - 20 members back to production split between the 3 shifts. As always make sure you are keeping an eye on your email and phone for a call to work from Human Resources. If you would like to volunteer for work please email Savanna Sessler at [email protected] or call 414-247-3457 to volunteer to return.
The original meeting scheduled for May 17th and then June 14th has been postponed again due to safety concerns and meeting hall availability. The Local is looking into the ability to host virtual meetings for the size we need or other meeting halls that can safely accommodate our membership. We will continue to update the everyone when the meeting can be held.
