IAM Tampa Airline Lodge 2319
Serving Tampa, Fort Myers, & Sarasota
Will meet on Tuesday, June 16, 2026
7:00pm (Executive Board)
7:30pm (Regular Membership)
at
Country Inn & Suites
4750 N. Dale Mabry Highway
Tampa, Fl. 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:
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IAMAW TPA, RSW & Ramp; SRQ
Air TransportLocal Lodge 2319
Will Meet on the following dates in 2026:
7:00pm (Executive Board)
7:30pm (Regular Membership)
January 20, 2026
February 17, 2026
March 24, 2026 (Dispensation granted by GL)
April 21, 2026
May 19, 2026
June 16, 2026
September 15, 2026
October 20, 2026
November 17, 2026
December 15, 2026
All Local Lodge 2319, meetings will be held at;
Country Inn and Suites
4750 N Dale Mabry Hwy.
Tampa 33614
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2026 District 142 Scholarship Essay Competition
June 2, 2026
Dear Sisters and Brothers:
This Call Letter is to announce the 2026 Scholarship Competition for District (D.) 142.
This program is based on an essay competition open to D. 142 members and 2026 graduating high school seniors who are legal children of members of D. 142 in good standing as of Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
To effectively carry out this program, all D. 142-affiliated Locals are requested to:
✓ Distribute to all members the official 2026 Rules and Regulations/Application Form document. (Attached to this bulletin.)
✓ Post the Rules and Regulations/Application Form document on all virtual and station IAM Bulletin Boards.
✓ Visit the D.’s website for more information at: https://atd142.org/district-142-scholarship/.
The Application Form contains a verification statement that must be executed by the Local financial officer. This verification attests to a member’s good standing as of March 31, 2026. Applicants are encouraged to plan ahead and make appointments with the Local financial officer to ensure timely completion of his/her application. Note: An application without the Local financial officer official signature will not be considered.
Questions regarding the Scholarship Program, the competition and/or awards should be directed to the office of the D. 142 President/Directing General Chair and Servicing Department via email at scholarships@iamdl142.org.
Many thanks to all affiliated Locals for your assistance with this program. The success of the program depends, to a great degree, on the individual Locals ensuring to share and communicate this information with all your D. 142 members and on Bulletin Boards.
Best wishes and good luck to all participating entrants from the entire D. 142 Staff.
Sincerely and fraternally,
John M. Coveny, Jr.
President/Directing General Chair
CLICK HERE to visit the Scholarship Competition page and submit your application and essay online!
RULES AND REGULATIONS AND APPLICATION
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United Negotiations Update
May 21, 2026
IAM Members at United Airlines,
IAM District 141 is pleased to announce that Agreements in Principle have been reached through the collective bargaining process. These agreements cover approximately 32,000 IAM-represented employees across seven contracts.
After months of determined negotiations and the unwavering solidarity of our membership, we have achieved a historic milestone. Reaching these agreements less than 30 days after the scheduled May 1 wage increase demonstrates the strength, resolve, and unity of our members across the system.
• Industry-leading wage rates across every contract
• 1-step reduction of wage scale progressions
• Expansion of Observed Holidays from 6 to 10
• System-wide layoff protections for all employees on the payroll as of the Date of Ratification
• Improved vacation accrual and enhanced retirement benefits throughout the life of the agreement
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Stronger grievance procedure protections
• An end to the unlimited use of relief lines
• A signing bonus
• Numerous additional contractual improvements that will directly benefit our members and their families
Complete details outlining all negotiated changes will be made available to the membership no later than Tuesday, May 26, 2026. The District 141 United Airlines Negotiations Committee is currently finalizing the language and preparing the ratification process and schedule.
These achievements were made possible because of the solidarity, patience, and support shown by IAM members throughout this process. Your determination strengthened our position at the bargaining table every step of the way.
I also want to recognize and thank the District 141 Negotiations Committee for their tireless work and steadfast commitment to protecting our membership’s interests. Additionally, I extend my appreciation to Air Transport General Vice President Richie Johnsen and his staff for their continued guidance and support throughout negotiations.
This agreement represents more than contractual gains; it reflects the power of unity and the value of standing together in solidarity.
In Solidarity,
Michael G. Klemm
President and Directing General Chair,
District 141, IAM Union
IAM District 141 Negotiating Team
Olu Ajetomobi. Barb Martin
Joe Bartz. Terry Stansbury
Jill Hazamy. Faisal Silwany
Victor Hernandez Erik Stenberg
Sue Weisner
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Our first raffle was a success, and the winner was Sister Rivera from UAL. The funds collected will go to MNPL.
The next raffle will be held at the regular June Union meeting, with the funds going to the Guide Dogs of America. See your Shop Steward now to purchase tickets.
Thank you in advance for your participation.
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UNDERSTANDING MNPL
Click on the link below for an easy to follow explanation on UNDERSTANDING MNPL
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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 $81.00
If you have any questions please contact the Local Executive Board at; 816-982-6480
816-452-6646
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