Contract negotiations continue.
Economics are being discussed, with proposals having been exchanged. No
pending economic agreements as of this time. Company has been notified
they are in default on the pension obligation. Next meeting set for July
7, 2009.
Good communication is vital in our Teamsters Local. I want to keep our
members updated on negotiations, representation and organizing issues on
both the local and national level. Local 324 works on behalf of all our
Teamster members and views this website as an integral part of our
commitment to communication. Please accept my welcome and feel free to
explore and learn about our Local 324.
The Sec-Treasurer's Corner is
updated monthly. You will find a personal message from our
Secretary-Treasurer regarding any current events or concerns that affect
our members.
A reminder: If you
are ill or injured either on or off the job, please call, e-mail or
come by the local for information on your short term disability benefits,
as well as the waiver of premium benefits.
Office hours are 8
a.m. to 5 p.m.
Membership Meetings are always held on the 3rd Thursday of
each month, September thru May at 9 a.m. & 7 p.m.
Please come by the office, call or
e-mail with any address changes.
Employment Issues
The Transportation
Security Administration (T.S.A.) is responsible for supervising the
program which requires fingerprints and a background check of all
commercial drivers with hazardous materials endorsements. Individuals are
randomly receiving notice via mail, usually 60-90 days prior to license
renewal, with instructions on fulfilling the
requirements. You may also research information on the program or initiate
the process yourself at the TSA's website by
clicking here.
The fee for this 'service' is $94.00*, and fingerprinting must be performed at one of
their locations in one of the participating states. (*Fee amount subject
to change.)
Registered to Vote?
If you are not registered to vote, or if you have recently moved and need
to re-register, information on registering can be found on the Oregon
Secretary of State,
Elections Division web site.
Teamsters Joint Council 37
Federal
Credit Union
750 Browning SE, Salem,
Oregon 97302
Be sure to join our credit union, and
take advantage of some excellent rates! Their web site can be found by
clicking here.
Additional locations include Portland, Tualatin, Central Point, Hood
River, Springfield, & Ontario, Oregon.