IAM Tampa Airline Lodge 2319
Serving Tampa, Fort Myers, & Sarasota
Will meet on Tuesday, May 21, 2023
7:00pm (Executive Board)
7:30pm (Regular Membership)
At Local Lodge 2319:
Country Inn & Suites, 4750 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa 33614
In addition to the Local Lodge conducting general business and hearing any motion lawfully brought before it the following will be on the agenda:
Nominations for delegates to the Grand Lodge Convention in September
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President Honored for 50 Years of Service
Local Lodge 2319 President Joe Pascarella receives a plaque from the Executive Board for his 50 years of service to the IAM. (From left, Sec/Treas. Cheryl Jacobs, Pres.,Pascarella, Vice President., Alex Aponte, Recording Sec., Denise Schoonmaker.
President Pascarella, wishes to extend a very heartfelt Thank You, to the membership of L.L. 2319, for their support to him and to their dedication to this local and the IAM. He says it has been a pleasure to be able to work with and for the best local in the system.
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Local Lodge 2319 welcomes new members
Jorge Escribano, and Tina Unik
President Pascarella swears in new members Jorge Escribano, and Tina Unik
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Enter The 2024 IAM Photo Contest
Attention all IAM members who enjoy taking photos. The 2024 IAM Photography contest is now open, so get out your cameras or smartphones and start snapping some pics of your Union sisters and brothers.
The official call letter and entry forms can be found here.
Submit your pictures of IAM members in their workplace, union function, or performing community service for a chance to win a cash prize and have your photo featured in the 2024 IAM Calendar. The entry deadline is May 24, 2024.
Two dollars from each calendar sale is donated to Guide Dogs of America/Tender Loving Canines (GDA/TLC). You can order your 2024 Calendar here.
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Scan to enter online from your mobile device
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The IAMAW Union College Benefit provides tuition discounts of up to 50% at a network of colleges and universities for over 150 degree programs. We understand the importance of flexibility for working individuals and have tailored our offerings to accommodate various schedules and learning preferences by offering 100% online learning options…
We have introduced new programs specifically designed to enhance recruitment and retention for union membership. The attached documents provide detailed information on these programs, including a Certificate in Cannabusiness and an Office Management associate degree. Both programs are strategically developed to align with the evolving landscape of industries and provide our members with valuable skills and knowledge.
Our Certificate in Cannabusiness aims to meet the growing demand in the cannabis industry. We believe that this program not only addresses current industry trends but will also contribute to the growth and retention of IAMAW membership throughout the country. The Office Management associate degree, on the other hand, offers a comprehensive curriculum to equip members with essential skills for various administrative roles.
To assist with the promotion of these programs, we have also included IAMAW-branded graphics for messaging. To learn more, here is a link the IAMAW landing page: www.ebsunioncollegebenefit.org/GOIAMAW
Also, we are available to discuss the benefit at your local or district meetings if that would be helpful to you.
Please call or email me with any questions
Yours in Solidarity,
Chet Mattera
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Want to see where your Union Dues money goes.
Click the link below for a short video. Dues Explainer. https://www.goiam.org/news/latest-videos/dues-explainer/
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Member Participation Key to IAM Veterans Services Program Success
The IAM’s Veterans Services program is reporting a boost in recruitment. The program, which is under the union’s Retirees and Membership Assistance Department, was created in 2016 and continues its growth in popularity. Enrollment is up from 2,400 in July 2020 to 4,100 as of this February.
“Seeing an opportunity to increase interest and further expand the program, we wanted to ramp up our efforts by reaching out to everyone,” said IAM Retirees and Membership Assistance Director Ed Manhart, who manages the IAM’s military veteran outreach. “It’s the least we can do for their selfless acts of courage and sacrifices they made for our country.”
The program provides an extensive range of services such as the IAM Employee Assistance Program. It also offers help to veterans struggling with PTSD, mental health problems and/or substance abuse. Veterans can attend week-long seminars at the union-owned and operated Winpisinger Education and Technology Center in Hollywood, MD. One particular segment of the training helps military veterans navigate through the often-complicated and difficult tasks of filing benefit claims with the federal government. All IAM membership services are free of charge.
The IAM encourages military veterans to enroll in the program by visiting its website or submitting paper applications. In early January of this year, the Veterans Services program launched the latest veterans outreach effort by sending packets of application forms to all IAM districts and locals across the country. The project is proving successful through an increased awareness, interest and participation in this valuable IAM member service benefit.
Veterans Contact Information Sheet
IF YOU SO DESIRE YOU CAN DOWNLOAD THE FORM HERE AND MAIL TO THE ADDRESS LOCATED ON THE FORM.
If you complete the online form, please do not submit the PDF version.
Fields with a * are required to submit the form.
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The most recent local lodge by-laws have been approved and are posted. To read the entire by-law go to the About Us drop down and click on the by-laws.
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Well, if you are unable to attend a regular union meeting and you want to get credit for it you must fill out a Missed Meeting Excuse Form and turn it in to the local. Forms can be obtained from the L.L. 2319 Recording Secretary, or you can download one from the following link. Missed Meeting Excuse
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IAM District 141 & 142 EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
is here to help you when you are facing personal problems. The assistance is confidential and free. Click here or the logo below for more information, or contact Brother Chuck Krieg at ckrieg57@gmail.com
For the District 142 membership, contact Brother Paul M. Shultz at;
pm.shultz@att.net or call 704-907-3563
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Union Dues Check-Off
Some of our members have opted to forgo payroll deduction of their monthly dues, which is an option available to all. However, that does not preclude you from paying your monthly dues on time. If you elect to pay by check, please remit the full monthly amount by the first of the month. Make the check out to IAM District Lodge 142, indicate in the memo section that the dues are for IAM Local 2319. Please mail the check to;
IAM District 142
9633 48th St.
Suite 100
Phoenix, AZ. 85044
The current monthly dues rate is $76.00
If you have any questions please contact the Local Executive Board at; 816-982-6480
816-452-6646
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The Florida State Council of Machinists has logged shirts for sale in various colors
If you wish to order one go to: https://sites.google.com/floridamachinistsmnpl.org/floridamachinistsmnpl-org/home
and follow prompts.
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For information on various topics important to labor unionist, and the trade union movement, log onto the the Labor Letter, from American Income Life Insurance Co.
The online edition of AIL/NILICO Labor Letter & Agenda can be found at;
www.ailnews.com
