Let me talk about my reception from Management, Dan and Dave. I couldn't have been treated any better and with any more respect than how they treated me. I promise that I will keep that relationship going. I want to respect both the workers and the management team. After our negotiations are complete we will demonstrate that feeling openly as a GROUP and we will ALL strive to make this the best plant in the whole ABINBEV company.
IBEW Local 363 will be happy to lead us in THAT DIRECTION.
My plan is to meet with the A & C crew after next weeks negotiation meetings. That could possibly change if I can do it the same week but for now it will be after next weeks bargaining session.
We had some GREAT DISCUSSIONS at the meetings this week. I felt really good when I left the plant at the end of the day. I am sure many people did.
I am going to shift gears a little on the blog. I am not going to allow negative comments to flow through unchecked any more. I want to move forward in a positive manner. Questions or concerns are fine. Catcalling is out.
It's time.
All of the prices have been paid. Problems or beefs need to be brought to your STEWARDS and then to me. This is how we do it right.
If you are going to visit during bargaining - Monday we will be at the hotel at 12 noon. We will probably bargain into the night a little. If you come, text your rep and we will see you on our next break or make a break if we can at that time.
Thank you for your support and for a good week.
Stay solid, stay strong
amen to the stopping of the negativity. that means your only stopping the one or two people that have trouble seeing the right path.
ReplyDeletethank you sam for your visit you dispelled the few rumors that have recently come up and i was watching everyones face and you had a captivating audience.
everyone was involve with what you were saying. so thank you again for your support.
very glad to hear that management understands the importatnce of being open with you sam, as our IBEW363 union rep. it was good to have your visit at the plant,we the workers are sure, negotitions will move forward,with you at the lead,this week,we thank you all for the hard work,that has been completed thus far,GO IBEW363
ReplyDeletelets all stay positive and move forward. this is an important week for all the reps and sam. its the $ week!! finally. i know you guys will do your best. stay strong sam and reps. the plant is counting on you guys to stand and deliver. now is the time for less talk and more action. go ibew363. great post 740am couldnt agree more.
ReplyDeleteas i sit here looking out the window seeing the gloomy skies i am thinking there's a bright shinning in my head. one more round of negotiations begin again today. one more step closer to unified team. I also realize that i get to sit home every time there's a meeting while the stewards and negotiators have to leave there homes and families and what ever else they had going on to attend these sessions even if the sun was shinning and it was 75 degrees outside i know they would be there representing us team members. SO TO ALL OF YOU TEAM MEMBERS THAT ARE STEWARDS AND NEGOTIATORS I THANK ALL OF YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR EFFORTS AND MOST OF ALL COMMITMENTS THROUGH OUT.
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MONDAY morning ,thinking of things to do and finish.I've got the morning planned ,transplant some flowers and start some seeds, This afternoon has been planned for over a week.I,m going to the NEGOTIATION MEETING,to show my support of my team members and union reps.Fellow team members as you read this blog and the week wears on[[ did you tell those representing you and I that you appreciate their time and effort.Did you attempt to show up at meeting.This our chance to prove how we feel.]] HELP KEEP THE FIRE BURNING KEEP THE PASSION OF OUR THOUGHTS RAGING.This is about us and for us ,STAY FOCUSED ON THE REWARD. Thank You // BE SAFE // BE 363 //BE RESPECTFUL OF EACH OTHER // RESPECTFULLY DAKOTA
ReplyDeleteHAD SOME MORE WONDERFUL DISCUSSIONS ABOUT OUR CONTRACT TODAY. TODAY WE WERE BLESSED WITH SEVERAL TEAM MEMBERS FROM A COUPLE OF CREWS THAT CAME AND ATTENDED THE NEGOTIATIONS TEAM FOR A WHILE. WE ALL DISCUSSED SOME TOPICS AND I THINK THE TEAM MEMBERS GOT A GOOD FEEL FOR HOW AND WHY IT SEEMS LIKE IT HAS TAKING A WHILE. WE ARE EXPECTING MORE TEAM MEMBERS TO SHOW UP TOMORROW AS WELL.
ReplyDeleteAS A STEWARD I TELL YOU IT WAS GREAT TO SEE OTHER TEAM MEMBERS SHOW UP AND SUPPORT THE MANY HOURS OF WORK THAT WENT INTO THIS CONTRACT OVER THE LONG WINTER WE JUST HAD.
I ALSO WANT TO THANK ALL OF THE TEAM MEMBERS THAT SHOWED UP TODAY TO SUPPORT US AND ALSO TO PUT THERE OPINIONS THOUGHTS ON THE TABLE AS WELL. ALL OF YOUR THOUGHTS AND IDEAS AS ALWAYS ARE WELCOMED.
SO THANKS VERY MUCH GUYS.
More and more the picture is getting clearer. Everytime we meet we have moved forward. The intent of our contract has become evident to the company. Fairness,job security ,consistancy between crews,proper implementation of policies,understanding how and what the company really compensates us with. Understanding what we will have in the future and what is expected by both parties for the life of the contract.Having a meaningful way to right a wrong.Having someone there at your side making sure you are treated properly when problems arise. Having a voice. We are almost there.
ReplyDeleteJoe D and Rick , thanks for being so upfront about what's happening.your thoughts and incite should put a smile on people faces, i was impressed when i talked with you yesterday.Heard there were people from "D" crew earlier.Anyone reading the 2 previous posts should be thinking what have i done to make this process move forward.Our reps and 363 are getting closer to wrapping all of their hard work up.Have [[YOU]] contributed to our cause.When all is said and done, will {{YOU}} be satistied with the results. STEP UP // BE HEARD // BE DEALT WITH // BE A TEAM PLAYER.Hope i made my point. BE SAFE // BE 363 BE RESPECTFUL OF EACH OTHER //BE UNION // BE PROACTIVE NOT A WHINER AFTER THE FACT// RESPECTFULLY DAKOTA
ReplyDeleteI just wanted to let everyone know, we had a productive two days so far this week.I also wanted to thank everyone who showed up this week .I hope you all enjoyed watching, and in some cases participating in the process. I hope when the group meetings are announced that everyone attends.I wanted to expresss to you , that this contract is all about your FUTURE.These meetings will be an opportunity for you to have a VOICE. A time to step up and become ONE.To become a real UNION.Thanks Sam for all hard work ,and taking the time to help us get this much needed CONTRACT.
ReplyDeleteThank you all for your efforts. I listened and learned alot about what exactly has been going on. See you tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteGroup huggies to all my peeps!
ReplyDeleteA & B time to step up and let your reps know you are with them in spirit and mind. I know they would like to see you and your faces at the table this week and i don't mean the lunch table.WE are talking ABOUT what could affect the rest of your working life. DO you want Inbev making all the decisions affecting your future , not me.Step up , be proactive while you can ,voice your opinion , talk to each other. This was brought about to protect all TEAM MEMBERS get involved ,there may not be a second chance.Our reps and stewards have given everything except blood ,don't sit back and lose focus of the reward.PLEASE MAKE AN EFFORT take half an hour and show up at the table. BE SAFE // BE RESPECTABLE TO EACH OTHER //BE 363 // BE UNION Respectfully DAKOTA
ReplyDeleteHas anyone seen or heard from the Walrus.I miss that guy he had great insight. I wonder what happened to him.
ReplyDeleteThe walrus was my superhero. I hope superman didnt get him.
ReplyDeleteJust want to thank Sam,Steve,Stewards and Negotiators for all their hard work sacrifices.I am very appreciative for all your efforts. Hope all would come to support YOUR UNION and I know you would not be disappointed when you see the work that is going into this contract. I am very proud. Go 363
ReplyDeleteWas happy to be invited too and participate in the negotiation this week. Have a lot of respect for those guys that go each meeting and represent us. Want everyone to thank there rep this week for everything they are doing .
ReplyDeleteI think our reps are doing a great job! Thank you guys! You're all awesome and kinda cute too! ;)
ReplyDeleteWOO I REALLY HOPE YOUR A WOMEN? LOL.
ReplyDeletePlant odds are against that!
ReplyDeleteEven if they were a woman...
ReplyDeleteThe Walrus is still out here. I was just a little disturbed by the negativity that was happening and didn't want to add to it by dressing down those few who spew it. Didn't want to cause any pissing contests. I have made some comments here and there with an alter ego. I'm part of and aletting the process run it's course to the successful ending. A contract that makes management and team members happy. Sometimes it's better to shut up and listen, pay attention to others and learn. Get a feel for what others are thinking.
ReplyDeleteSo, I didn't lose interest, just sat on the sidelines for a while.Observing. Being Patient. A fine thing is being done here and I'm glad to be a part of it and the support is greatly appreciated and welcome. Thanks.
Oh yeah, See you at the meetings on Tuesday 5/17, 1PM, 363 Harriman. A and B Crew. Open discussion on the BIG 3 $$$ issues.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to theese meetings. I am really hoping for a great turnout so we can show this company just how strong the people at MCC newburgh are. It's about time our voices are heard about things that we want, I've waited along time for this day. Everyone needs to realize this isn't the Anheuser Busch company a lot of us agreed to work for. To many things have changed over the last few years and the only way to stop the negative changes and start the positive ones is to support our union. United we stand, Lets all find a way to get to the meeting and show Sam and all our reps how much we appreciate the work they have put in for us.
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