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Since UAW President Bob King raised the issue of possible dues increases

in the near future, there has been spirited debate, and rightfully so, amongst much of our membership as to the reasons why. Here are some of the reasons that President King is asking to raise the dues by one-half hour per month. These are based on my estimates:•TheUnitedAutoWorkersUnionatits

peak had 1.5 million members paying dues into the treasury of the UAW. Due to the outsourcing of American jobs in many industries across our nation, including the automobile industry, our membership has fallen to approximately 380,000 dues-paying members.

•Duetothegreatrecession, of those 380,000 members who remain, I estimate that anywhere from 20% to 30% are being paid less wages, therefore paying less dues towards our union.

•Ourstrikefund’sbalancewasaround$1billionjustafewyearsback.Ourstrike fund has fallen to approximately $620 million since that point in time.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

Local 412 Officers Reports .............. 2-7UAW Constitutional Convention Delegate Election Notice .................10Veterans Christmas Events ................12

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Retiree Chapter Information ............... 13Retirees Christmas Party ..................... 16Unit 28 Christmas Party ........................ 18CLUW & Women’s History Month ........ 20United Way Ramp Build ....................... 24United Way Hockey Challenge ........... 25

A strike at GM alone would cost the strike fund $79 million per month.

•Furthercompoundingourshortfallis the fact that the UAW has not raised membership dues since the 1960s, while most other unions have, and have been averaging 2½ hours per month for years.

The huge reduction in the amount of our strike fund poses an enormous challenge because our UAW constitution states that anytime the strike fund falls below $500 million, our locals will not be receiving their per capita dues any longer (a portion of dues income). It is projected to be at $515 million in about three years if nothing changes. Per capita dues pay for ourlocal’staxes,buildingmaintenance,secretaries, salaries, training, arbitration, grievance handling, meals for all meetings, including our unit meetings,

as well as all negotiations for all bargaining units

within our local. In other words, everything. I personally believe that if wedon’tvotetoincrease these

dues by one half an hour, not only will the

International Union suffer, but many of our locals, including ours, may be closed and sold off. During any set of negotiations, the various companies most assuredly check to find out what the balance of

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the strike fund is. A large strike fund is without doubt, good leverage in the bargaining process. A smaller strike fund lends confidence to the companies and usually hardens their position on the issues they feel strongly about because they know we are in a weakened position. When you combine all of this with the so-called right-to-work laws passed by theCapitolinLansing,it’salmostlikethe perfect storm has arrived. Unions, not since the 1930s, have ever faced an assault as they are facing today. Thetimingcouldn’tbeworsewiththeeconomy in the situation it has been for thepast10years.Ourunionshavebeendoing everything they can to maintain the wages and benefits that we had in thepast.It’sbeenextremelydifficult.The

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fInanCIalsTaTeMenTFOR PERIOD ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2013

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UNITS FUND BALANCE MEMBERS

fUnDsGENERAL .............................. $183,246.67 NEW BUILDING .................... $283,805.73 EDUCATION ............................ $17,375.67 BUILDING MAINTENANCE ....... $3,302.07 RECREATION .......................... $16,295.89 PUBLICSECTOR ...................... $7,771.70 LOCAL412RETIREES ............ $18,549.91 LOCAL314RETIREES .............. $7,375.46 VETERAN’SCOMMITTEE ............ $503.89 WOMEN’SCOMMITTEE ................ $54.63 CHAPLAINCY ............................... $589.14

STRIKESUPPORT ............................. $3,001.06 CIVIL RIGHTS ........................................ $409.64 COMMUNITYSERVICE ..................... $(344.23)YOUTHCOMMITTEE ............................ $117.00 NEWMEMBERORIENTATION ........ $14,424.39 TOTAL FUND BALANCES ....... $772,196.89 TOTALDUES ...................................$219,512.36UNIT P/C ....................................................$2.67 TOTALCASHASSETS ................. $772,196.89 P/CTAX/TOTCURR.LIAB. ......... $112,354.44 NET CASH WORTH .................. $659,842.45

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TIm EDmuNDSREPoRTPREVIOUS MONTH’SBALANCE ..... $792,672.39

INCOME:DUES ......................................................... $220,647.03 RETIREE DUES #412 ................................... $2,998.80 RETIREEDUESPAIDATLOCAL ....................... $24.00 RETIREE DUES #314 ...................................... $185.50 INITIATIONFEES .............................................. $600.00 DONATIONS .................................................. $2,500.00 INSURANCE PREMIUM ..................................... $36.99INTEREST:SAVINGS/MONEYMARKETS ............................ $32.89 TIMECERTIFICATES .................................... $2,476.94 FUNDS:V-CAPCONTRIBUTIONS ..................................... $5.00 NEW BUILDING ............................................. $3,178.00 UNITS ............................................................. $3,094.00 GROSSINCOMETHISMONTH ............... $235,779.15 NET INCOME THIS MONTH .............. $235,779.15 DISBURSEMENTS:GENERAL FUND:OFFICESALARY ......................................... $31,299.27 LOSTTIME ................................................... $32,651.06 TRAVEL, MEALS, ETC................................. $10,711.66 PAYROLLTAXES ......................................... $11,189.67 PAYROLLDEDUCTIONSFORWARDED ......... $360.96 INSURANCE - MEDICAL ............................. $10,110.86 INSURANCE-OTHER ................................... $6,144.00 DONATIONS .................................................. $1,300.00 OFFICEEQUIPMENT-MAINT.AGREE........... $543.92 PER CAPITA TAXES .................................. $102,339.40 POSTAGE ......................................................... $249.46 STORAGERENTAL .......................................... $161.00 REFUNDS:DUES .......................................... $1,214.67 INITIATIONS ...................................................... $150.00 REGISTRATIONFEES ................................... $5,390.00 SUPPLIES ......................................................... $643.84 LOANPAYMENT889BUILDING ................... $2,178.00TRAVELPAIDDIRECTLYTOAIR,ETC ......... $5,240.26 SOCIAL&RECREATIONEVENTS ............... $4,763.28 BANKCHARGES/ERRORS ................................ $55.71 MASTER MECHIANCS ..................................... $178.02 PRODUCT ...................................................... $1,203.73

FUNDS:BUILDING MAINTENANCE ........................... $5,851.63 412 RETIREES .............................................. $4,654.95 COMMUNITYSERVICE ................................. $1,300.00 314 RETIREES .................................................. $139.86

UNITS FUNDS:REFRESHMENTS .......................................... $5,478.92 OTHER ......................................................... $19,835.76 GROSS DISBURSEMENTS ................... $265,339.89 LESS PAYROLL DEDUCTIONS ............. $9,085.24 NET DISBURSEMENTS ......................... $256,254.65

#1 CHRYENGRDESIGN&CLERICAL ........................... $25,156.18 ..................689#2 CHRYJEFFERSONASSEMBLY .................................. $5,691.55 ....................21#7 CHRY STERLING STAMPING ................................... $(1,140.37) .....................22#9 CHRYMOUNDROADENGINE ......................................... $99.68 ....................13#10 CHRY ENGR TECHNICAL .......................................... $22,542.34 ..................669#14 CHRYENGRBODY/MAINTSHOPS ............................ $5,128.12 ..................276#17 CHRY WARREN TRUCK ASSEMBLY .............................. $316.67 ....................33#18 CHRY WARREN STAMPING ........................................ $2,185.49 ....................20#21 CHRY MARYSVILLE ..................................................... $1,661.45 ....................16#23 CHRYDETROITPARTS(MOPAR)................................ $1,062.53 ......................7#25 CHRYTRENTONENGINE ........................................... $6,718.73 ..................133#27 GENERAL DYNAMICS ENGR/TECH ............................ $2,486.47 ....................87#28 GENERAL DYNAMICS ENGR/DESIGN ...................... $10,111.36 ..................133#30 UNITEDWAYFORSOUTHEASTERNMICHIGAN ......... $(99.95) .....................13#32 CHRYINT'LPRODUCTENGR ..................................... $3,053.24 ....................14#35 CITYOFWARRENATTORNEYS .................................. $1,648.56 ......................3#36 36THDISTRICTCOURT .................................................. $254.92 ....................12#39 MACOMBCOUNTYPUBLICWORKS ............................. $467.01 ....................49#40 CITYOFSTERLINGHGTSTECH&PROF .................. $1,627.47 ....................38#41 CITYOFSTERLINGHGTSSUPERVISORY ................. $7,107.01 ....................12#44 ST.CLAIRSHORESPROFESSIONALEMPL ............... $7,772.00 ....................17#46 MACOMBCOUNTYPROSECUTINGATTYS ............. $13,055.97 ....................95#49 MACOMBINFORMATIONTECHNOLOGY .................. $1,610.49 ....................41#51 CHRY STERLING HGTS ASSEMBLY .............................. $959.93 ....................31#52 CLINTONTOWNSHIPT.O.P. ......................................... $1,892.18 ....................41#54 ARAMARK-CTC ............................................................. $4,712.21 ....................71#57 NURSES ....................................................................... $5,462.60 ....................38#59 CITYOFWARRENADMIN/WATER .............................. $7,979.96 ....................21#61 VALUEBEHAVIORALHEALTH ........................................ $363.58 ....................96#62 ROMEOLIBRARY ......................................................... $2,347.50 ....................19#65 HEALTHMGTSYSTEMSOFAMERICA ....................... $1,974.23 ......................4#68 CITYOFMT.CLEMENSEMPLOYEES ............................ $852.37 ......................0#70 OCHATHERAPISTS ..................................................... $3,008.71 ......................6#75 MACOMBCOUNTYSUPERVISORS .......................... $25,307.81 ..................126#76 CLINTONTOWNSHIPWATER ..................................... $1,788.16 ....................25#78 WASHINGTONTWPSUPERVISORY .............................. $901.13 ......................2#84 DETROITDIESEL ......................................................... $8,964.12 ..................100#85 PONTIACOSTEOPATHIC .......................................... $19,378.06 ....................56#87 AMERICARE ................................................................. $1,405.37 ......................1#91 ROMEODISTRICTLIBRARY ........................................ $1,050.58 ......................5#92 WASHINGTONTWPWATER&SEWER ......................... $822.35 ......................3#93 WASHINGTONTWPDEPARTMENTHEADS .................. $553.76 ......................5#95 MACOMBCOUNTYCORPORATIONCOUNSEL............ $324.83 ......................6#97 CARAVAN KNIGHT ....................................................... $5,239.75 ..................175#98 MACOMBCOUNTYHEADSTART,MCCSA .................... $832.13 ....................26#99 WARRENMUNICIPALFEDERALCREDITUNION .......... $332.17 ......................3#100 TERRACONTRACTING .................................................. $747.86 ....................14 UNITS TOTAL ....................................................... $215,718.27 ..............3,287

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game plan moving forward is to make gains for all of our members in all areas during our next sets of negotiations. There is no way we can establish this strategy without a good, strong strike fund. As for the issue of being able to vote on this or not, all locals elect UAW Constitutional Delegates who vote on all constitutional issues. Every local is entitled to a certain amount of delegates per their membership population, and then they are broken down proportionately into so many for each council and/or group of members. Those elected delegates vote on our behalf concerning all constitutional issues. I hope I have explained the situation that we find ourselves in more clearly to everyone. There are both pros and cons to increasing our dues by one- half an hour. However, I personally feel very strongly that the pros far outweigh thecons.We’vebeeninadeepholefor quite a while now and we are finally beginning to see light at the end of the tunnel. I have been proudly paying my union dues for almost 30 years now and I must state that I personally feel it is absolutely necessary to keep our union alive and strong, especially for our newer members who have a long career ahead of them. It has become quite obvious that the Republican Party is out to break thebacksofourunions.Oneoftheirstrategies was to get the “Right-to- Work” law passed and it succeededbecausethey’reverygood at dividing and destroying working families in this country by using deception and lies. I do realize that the Democratic Party is also not perfect, but I do know that they have the middle classes best interests in mind. The following is a list of ex-UAW members who used to belong to Local 412 and are now not paying their fair share. What this means is that they have elected to quit paying union dues, but are still benefitting by continued representation by the union. Whether we feel this is fair or not, it is permitted to happen because of

this continued attack on unions. If some of our members cannot see this as of yet, then they need to get their ears and eyes checked. It is blatant, it is unfair and it is unjust. The reason why we are publishing the names is so that each active Member, andElectedandAppointedOfficialisaware of who is no longer permitted to attend any union functions or activities in addition to being ineligible for additional benefits as a condition of their choice to leave the union.

Current list of those who choose not to pay their fair share:

Unit 39 Lori DunlopUnit 49 Joseph McBratnieUnit 49 Kelly HeinzUnit 52 Susan BrooksUnit 85 Mariya GesinaUnit 85 Mary Ellen ReynoldsUnit 85 Patricia CaldwellUnit 85 Jason MellonUnit 85 Lorrie HubertsUnit 85 Jeffrey RossettoUnit 85 Subrena WhaleyUnit 85 Thomas TolandUnit 85 Randall PrimeauUnit 85 Christopher Petty

These conditions will apply to those who have chosen not to pay their fair share:•YouwillnotbeeligibletorunforelectionssuchasLocalOfficer,UnitOfficer,JointCouncilDelegate,serveon any Local Committees, Local Councils, or UAW Constitutional Convention Delegates.

•YouwillnotbeeligibleforanyInternational, Local or Unit Appointments.

•Youwillnotbeeligibletoattendanyunion functions paid for by dues-paying members including any meetings, picnics, outings, Christmas parties, retiree events, or any activity sponsored by the union. The above fore mentioned is not to be construed as all-inclusive as to what “union activities” are.

•IfatanytimeyouwishtorejoinUAWLocal 412, you will be required to pay all unpaid dues and/or dues in arrears as well as an initiation fee.

•Yournamewillbeputonalistofallnames of those members deciding to opt out of UAW Local 412 and will be made public.

•TheLocalandInternationalby-lawsdo not apply to you anymore.

•IfyoudecidetorejoinUAWLocal412,it will be allowed only in the months of March and August of any particular year.

Does anyone really believe that if the Republicans get their way and they eliminate unions from the face of this country that the Republicans would come in and give raises, improve health care, improve health and safety as well as improve their working conditions??? We encourage all of our ex-brothers and sisters to think once again about how unjust this really is. The Republicans obvious war on the middle class and the unions will continue.“If you are not paying your fair share at this time, you are unfortunately and maybe unknowingly, helping them to bust our unions. For the sake of fairness and justice for all, we ask you to please reconsider your decision.” Thank you.


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by mIkE HAyES

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Union Brothers and Sisters,

How insanely ridiculous, as well as glaringly obvious, that the anti-labor movement technically has

nothing to do with the betterment of the American people, only the interests of the top 5% of this country and their agenda. How much more obvious can it become when a movement that claims “it is out to protect the State of Tennessee’swell-being”inonebreathand then claims that it is “against unions because they hurt the state and the employees at the VW facility” and then threatens those same employees that if they unionize, they will pull back any current and future abatements and support, etc…Doesn’tthisultimatelycontradict itself?! The anti-labor/political agenda went through and threatened a group of employees deciding whether or not to join the union, then spent tens of millions of dollars to intimidate and affect the organizing initiative at the VW Chattanooga Plant, even though the employer actually endorsed the idea. In fact, they continue to spend millions of dollars in continuing the propaganda campaign against the UAW even

after the vote. This must be a first – an employer endorsed the union, in this case the Workers Council as well, but outside interests fought to preventit.“Outsiders”specifically meaning the Koch brothers, Grover Nordquist and their political cronies, as well as many others.

It is time to ask WHY??? Why do they dislike the union process and standards we believe in? Brothers and sisters, it is imperative that every UAW member, their friends and families engage in this battle now before it is too late. We are already suffering from the greatest wage inequality since the early 1900s and it is getting worse. Within my article space in this publication, I have stated it several times, but I am going to state it again. What exactly has been, and still is, the role of the UAW and other unions? The purpose of OUR UAW is and always has been to raise the standard of living for our members, their families and the social agenda of this country. This is a very simple belief and standard we uphold. This means that we protect a standard of living that includes wages, benefits, health and safety concerns, as well as many other initiatives and items that we have bargained successfully for over the past several decades. We also take care of our non-union citizens as well

by protecting their social and economic rights along with ours. The anti-labor agenda and the cronies supported by it, via their ability to spend – no, outspend everyone else – project an image that unions are corrupt, damaging to the well-being of the companies they are involved with and represent over-paid, under- worked and under-qualified employees. They state that the only reason the union exists is to collect dues and live lavishly. More sheer stupidity, but believed by many because of their techniques and tactics. Their motive is not for the well-being of the company or its employees. It is purely to dismantle the last remaining faction fighting the destruction of the

middle class of this country. There are many non-biased

studies that display the disintegration of the middle class since approximately 1990. In fact, the Congressional Budget OfficeandBureauofLabor

Statistics are two very good resources of information on

this topic by examining the wage and income disparity taking place. If you look closely at some of these charts, they will show that the fewer union members that exist in America directly correlate with the downturning wages of the American middle class. The anti-labor movement realizes that if there were no unions, working peoplewouldNOTHAVEANYMEANSOFRESISTANCE.Workingpeopleand their families would have no voice – no organized voice. Without some form of bargaining power, we become powerless. There would be no resistance politically or in the everyday working lives of the middle class. There would be no organized resistance to counter the political agenda that has been attacking us. I recently attended the Community Action Program (CAP) Conference in Washington, DC. While there, we, as a UAW body, lobbied on Capitol Hill. We went to every congressman and/ or congresswoman in our districts as well as the senate to talk to them and present our issues and ask for their support and answers. Also while there, it became even more obvious that every industry, every agenda, every social/environmental/religious cause

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There are really five key components to make this a success...Organize, you can go out and help organize unorganized workplaces, show your support that they are willing to better their workplace. Mobilize, support others fighting for justice. Community, wear your Union colors and become active in your community

A lmost daily, you are asked to sign up for rewards cards or incentive programs from your local gas

station, grocery store or favorite coffee shop.Maybeyou’reaskedtosignupfor e-mails to receive coupons, earn points or receive a discount. Most of us are familiar with these programs, but we would like to tell you about one unique totheUAWcalledGIMMEFIVE.Evenbetter,itdoesn’tcostyouanything,butit’sahugeinvestmentandagreattool!Therearenopointsforfuel,thereisn’t10% off your purchase, but there is somethinggreater...YourFuture. TheGIMMEFIVEprogramstartedat the 35th annual UAW Constitutional Convention in 2010 by President Bob King. This is an awareness tool that was created to keep Solidarity strong and members active. There are ongoing battles every day and the easiest and best way to stay informed is by signing upforGIMMEFIVE.Forinstance,theremay be an activity that needs support at yourlocalplantorcityhall.GIMMEFIVEcan let you know what is going on in your area or your Region. Messages can be sent to your e-mail or it can be sent by text message, or both! Importantly, if we do not stay aware of what is going on in our Union, and active in the activities to support it, then we cannot protect our future. We need

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REPoRTInterest Based Bargaining

There are several ways to successfullynegotiate.Oneof the ways to approach

negotiations is to use a method known as Interest Based Bargaining. Interest Based Bargaining only works when both parties, union and management, are willing to drop their positions and truly look at the needs of the other. The idea is that everyone walks away with an agreement that both parties can live with and prosper together. The idea is for both sides to succeed. Position Based Bargaining is another

way. Position Based Bargaining only works when one party is leveraged by the other to give up more than they are willing to. Each party demands that the other party accept their position. Most times this creates an atmosphere where both parties are

giving up more than they can accept regarding one area of an agreement or another. Generally, they both lose or win depending on the topic. This method usually leads to more positioning and the relationship suffers. To avoid this win or lose scenario, Interest Based Bargaining has become the preferred method. It generally leads to a better relationship after an agreement has been reached and on

many occasions both parties will come out ahead. The Unit 84 Shop Committee at Detroit Diesel recently signed two Memorandums of Understanding using this approach. The discussions did not begin using this method. There were some less than pleasant moments in the early discussions and that lead to no progress at that time. The members of the Shop Committee decided to sit back and brainstorm some ideas that

would achieve the goals of management while protecting the workforce. The committee created a plan that met all of the goals of both parties. The union presented this idea to management after returning to the table. Although an agreement

was not reached during that session, it showed management that we were committed to addressing their needs and this approach eventually lead to the agreements we walked away with. These agreements were well received by our membership and are in the process of being implemented. Iwouldn’tsaythateitherpartywalked away with everything they wanted from this particular deal, but they did walk away with a good deal as well as an improvement in the relationship between the union and management that will assist in future negotiations. Interest Based Bargaining is not always going to be the answer, but it can be a tool when both parties are willing to compromise and understand the needs of the other. We know all too well that these days companies are demanding more and providing less. Sometimes the union has to stop and show management that there is potential to get what they need without sacrificing or burdening the workforce.Foryouinterestedleadersin our various bargaining committees, the next time you are negotiating with someone keep in mind that the moment you take a position, you are forcing them to do the same. When you are faced with a negotiation session, try to identify what is in the best interest of both parties and pursue that route before taking a position. You never know, these techniques might even work at home!

1st VP HAyeS continued from Page 4has a voice. Whether it is a formal lobbyist or organization representing their interests, they have an organized voice. What do working men and women haveinthewayoflobbyistsotherthanourunions…theUAW?Otherthanunions,theyhavenothing.OtherthantheUAWwehavenothing. Actually, even with the UAW, or any union for that matter, we remain out-manned and out-spent, which is why the accusations of unions being too powerful and detrimental are so ludicrous. Take into account that about 8% of working America is unionized now compared to its greatest union density days

of approximately 30%, it is no wonder the American middle class continues to be systematically disintegrated while the top 5% continue to get richer every year. I continue to find it so plainly obvious, as I mentioned in oneofmypreviousarticles,thatduringthe1950s,’60sand’70swhenthemiddleclasswasdoingexceedinglywell,union density was at its peak and the rich were getting richer than their wildest dreams. The country was economically prospering beyond every other nation in the world. Yet we still hear people blame the UAW and other unions formanyofthenation’sproblemstoday.Theanti-laboragenda is attempting to turn, and in many ways succeeding,

by making the working/middle class turn against the only institution fighting for their best interests. We cannot ignore this any longer, brothers and sisters. We must engage in the debate. We must engage in the argument. We must defend what we believe in and what we have fought for decades. The attempt to take it away in a few years is well underway. We are 9 months away from a pivotal election – one that could possibly be the most important in generations. This election could preserve the UAW and the beliefs that it stands for, as well as all of our other unions. Believe for the sake of future generations. An election that gives the possibility to once again defeat them where they have been attacking us…the ballot box. We must educate ourselves and take an active role in the fight. I plead with our members to become engaged and to urge your family and friends to do the same. I plead with all of you to be prepared to vote and support the UAW. We must take an active role and engage.

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was accounted for, along with books and vouchers from July through De-cember 2013. At the last Joint Council Meeting, President Hagler addressed points

of interest with repairs needed at the Local. This past winter has proven to be a harsh one and has taken its toll on repairs to the roof from seven

To all Local 412 active and retired members, in January we performed our audit for the Local. The stan-

dard audit on the entire hall inventory

years ago. In addition to the roof, the Secretary’sofficeandtheJointActivi-ties room is also in need of an update. Theseroomshaven’tbeenupdatedinover 20 years. As trustees, we will take 3 competitive bids from Union contrac-tors for the work that is needed and keep our Local members, active and retired, up to date. If any member has a question or concerninregardtothelocal’saudit,please contact John Grunalt or Bill Laird. Thank you.

We have lost a great man, a great leader and an inspiration to us all with the recent passing of Local 412 Trustee Chair Art Asberry. Art inspired us all to be better individuals and always put others first. Art led by example and will be greatly missed by us all. We will continuetopaytributetoArt’smemorybybeingthepeoplehehadinspiredusalltobe,tolead by the example that he had provided for us and continue to inspire generations with the humble grace by which Art led his life. All of us at Local 412 who were blessed to have known Art and fortunate to have enjoyed so much of the kind and selfless nature that he sharedwithus.Ourdeepestsympathiesgoouttohisfamilyandfriends.Here are some thoughts from some that worked closely with Art…

Local 412 loses a great Union man

Linda and Art Asberry

“I can honestly say that I have never known anyone as helpful, sincere, caring and supportive as Art Asberry. Whenever there were wheelchair ramps to build for the handicapped, demonstrations held in Lansing, cooking and setting up games for children at our picnics and Christmas parties, Art was always volunteering his time to help out. He has on many occasions asked the local for donations to help those in need. He has also donated his time to deliver much of the leftover food from our unit meetings down to the poor and needy at the Detroit Rescue Ministries. My prayers go out to Art’s wife Linda as well as the rest of the Asberry family. And Art, thank you so much for being my friend, I already Miss you.”

– Jeff Hagler, President, Local 412u u u u u

“Walt Reuther said many times: “there is no greater calling than to serve your fellow men.” Brother Asberry did that with enthusiasm and pride serving as an example to all past and present UAW members. His ability to mentor, his activist involvement and his willingness to volunteer are tributes to both Art and his family. Reuther ended the previously mentioned quote by saying: “there is no greater satisfaction than to have done it well.” Brother Asberry did it exceptionally well each and every day. I will miss his solidarity in our beliefs and efforts to improve our members’ lives. But mostly, I will miss his friendship.”

– Mike Hayes, Vice President, Local 412

“Words cannot express the heartache I feel for the Asberry family. Art was a true Union man and an inspiration to all. I was fortunate enough to meet Art when I was a newly elected Trustee. Art took the time to properly train me because he took pride in what he did and was very passionate about it. To me Art was encouraging and a good-spirited person. He was someone that you liked to be around, always putting a positive spin on any situation. Art will definitely be missed! My heart and prayers go out to Linda and the Asberry Family.”

– Andy Toth, 2nd Vice-President, Local 412u u u u u

“Art was one of the few people I have met in my life that inspired me to be a better person. Despite his kind quiet demeanor he was a tough and effective Union Rep. He was a

mentor and a friend. Art was always willing to share his experience and guide those new to the job. He was a great American and a loyal Union member. Art made the word a better place. He will be missed but not forgotten.”– Tom Burns, 3rd Vice President, Local 412

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“I’ve worked with Art for the past 7 years where he served our Local as the Chairman of the Trustees. I can say that he was truly a man of his word and one of the kindest and most generous men I’ve met. Art was always willing to help in the community and with anyone that needed a hand. He will be greatly missed by everyone that knew him. Many thoughts and prayers to all his family and friends.” –TimEdmunds,Fin.Sec’y-Treas.Local412


COMMUNITYACTION PROGRAM REPoRTby Roy LEE, Chairman

2014 uAW national CAP Conference

Thisyear’snationalCAPConference kicked off with U.S. Secretary of Labor Thomas E.

Perez. Perez shared with delegates some of his personal family history, which shaped his support of the Labor movement. Perez spoke of his Dominican Republic heritage along with his upbringing in Buffalo, New York; one that he said shaped his family and solidified his love of community. Perez referenced his hard-working father as well as the values he learned, but most importantly how Unions create opportunities for people and support working families. He also referenced that the UAW has been a strong ally of fairness and equality for all workers on such issues as fair pay. He talked about everyone working together – the government, businessandunions–todowhat’sbestforthecountry.“That’stheonlywayit’sgoingtowork,”hestated. Followingthatmotivation,wehadthree days of preparation in actively going out and getting our voices heard about our concerns and what issues we feel need the support of our legislators. About 1,500 UAW CAP Conference delegates hit the streets of thenation’scapitaltobegintheday’sannual lobbying effort on Capitol Hill

to meet with members of Congress. Congress, alongwiththeObamaadministration, will be considering many issues of importance to UAW members and working families this year, including:

•StoppingcutstoSocialSecurityandbeing proactive by strengthening Social Security with a multi-pronged approach – eliminate the payroll tax income cap on who is required to pay into the system and add cost- of-living protections into the Social Security program so beneficiaries are protected when living costs rise. Without cost-of-living protections,

older seniors are disproportionately affected.•Extendingunemployment benefits for the chronically unemployed.•Taxfairnessandthe budget.•Fairtradeand

concerns about the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) affecting the manufacturing recovery in the U.S. without worker and environmental protections in the agreement.

•Raisingthenation’sminimumwagewhile stressing that no one, as PresidentObamasaidinhisrecentState of the Union, who works full time should have to live in poverty.

UAW CAP members were clearly heard by their representatives in Congress, practicing the best of democracyinaction.OneofourCAPCommittee Members, Greg Stack, was able to meet with several legislators to discuss our agenda.

regarding issues in our own backyard Here in Michigan, we have a very important election coming up for Governor. We are going to have to convince our “labor families” that Snyder's cuts to education and his new taxes on seniors and the middle class are not to be tolerated. Michigan needs Mark Schauer, who willfight to invest more in classrooms, repeal the Snyder retirement tax,and reverse Snyder's tax increases on middle-class and low-incomefamilies. We all need to get out and vote in this next election. Helpinform your friends, family and neighbors of what is at stake for working families. If you or someone you know is not registered to vote, please contact me and I will be happy to assist you with voter registration questions.

Contributed by Greg Stack,UAW Local 412 CAP Committee

The 2014 UAW CAP Conference was a remarkable and rare opportunity to interact with

the people who shape labor and trade policy in this nation. Working people have more than enough enemies arrayed against them, so cultivating relationships among political power brokers is a great way to make sure our concerns are heard and acted upon in legislative chambers. The CAP Conference is our opportunity to speak directly to members of Congress and the Senate on behalf of Labor Issues. Oneofthemostencouragingthings I heard was from Iowa Senator Tom Harkin, author of the Employee FreeChoiceAct(EFCA).SenatorHarkin told me not to give up on EFCAyet,becausehehadn’t.EFCAallows people to freely choose Union representation via a simple card check procedure, and installs penalties for interfering with Union membership votes. This is quite a departure from the anti-Union hostility surrounding most Union elections today. OurgroupsalsodescendeduponCapitol Hill to speak to legislators. Several politicians who have been historically unfriendly to Labor cowered in their offices while their aides took a tongue lashing from our delegation. To his credit, my representative, Congressman Kerry Bentavolio, met with our delegation during a span of time before his Housesessionconvened.Ourpositions on the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), Social Security and extension of Unemployment Compensation benefits were conveyed to what we hoped would be sympathetic ears. All in all, this was a great experience, and I felt privileged to be selected to carry our message to Washington, DC as an ambassador ofOrganizedLabor.

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This past November the NTC held its Artist at Work competition, with over 92 pieces selected by judges from the professional art community; ten winners alone were our own UAW Local 412 members, includingthisyear’s1stplacewinner, Joe Auito, our Local Joint Activities Representative. This unique program was established back in 1999 to provide a unique creative outlet for employees and to reinforce the importance of creativity and innovation in the workforce. This employee art exhibition is just one part of an NTC initiative designed to recognize the diverse and sometimes overlooked talents of employees. The artwork in the 2013-2014 exhibition was submitted by 50 employees. Thirty-four are UAW members from 13 locals and 16 are non-bargaining unit employ-ees. They came from 15 Chrysler locations and the National Train-ing Center and reflect a cross section of the workforce. Judges from the professional art community select pieces for the Artists at Work collection. Judges chose first, second and third place winners and 11 honorable mention recipients. The artwork will be exhibited at the UAW-Chrysler NTC in Detroit and the UAW-Chrysler World

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www.uaw-chrysler.com/2013aaw

To our Local 412 Active and Retired members, we would like to remind you of a few important

points when it comes to your Benefits.Check your Beneficiaries!

Please check your Beneficiaries and be sure they are assigned anduptodate.It’snevera

bad idea to double-check whoyou’veassignedand to be sure that they are in the system. Fromtimetotimeupdates are done to thesystem,soit’s

important to be sure your elections are still in effect. Also, be sure to update your Will or Trust if needed. Did you know you could designate a Trust as yourBeneficiary?Youcan!Ifyou’veestablished a Trust, you can elect to designate your Trust as your Beneficiary as well. If you have any questions, don’thesitatetocontactyour local Benefit Representative.Questions about Health Coverage for your Children? Children can be covered under your Health Insurance (including Dental and Vision) through age 26. Their coverage

is in effect until the end of the month in which they turn 26 years old. There are different rules for Active members and Retiree members when it comes to Eligibility for your dependents. Please check with your local Benefit

representative if you have additional

questions! Chrysler Employees Initially Hired in 2011? Your Dental and Vision (ExamsOnly)will

be effective this year! Please be sure to log into Benefit Express as you will be eligible for these benefits the month following your date of hire. Have questions? Please contact your Benefit Representative!

Benefits Updateby Cathy stoey benefits rep..

(L-R) Keith Naglik, Richard Maddox, Sherry Richards, Gunther Schabestiel, Jessica Ehrler, Ken Borkin, Bill Pasharikovski and

April Shipp. (Not Pictured: Joe Auito and Ken Kiernicki)


eIGHT (8) DeLeGATeS WILL Be eLeCTeDFroM THe unITS AS FoLLoWS:

Unit#1–Two(2)Delegates;Unit#10–Two(2)Delegates;Unit#14–One(1)Delegate;Independent Units #2, 7, 9, 17, 18, 21, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30, 32, 35, 36, 39, 40, 41, 44, 46, 49, 51, 52, 53, 54, 57, 59, 61, 62, 65, 70, 75, 76, 78, 84, 85, 87, 91, 92, 93, 95, 97, 98, 99, 100 – Three (3) Delegates

alTernaTe DelegaTesAlternate Delegates to the Thirty-Sixth UAW Constitutional Convention will be the next highest vote total of each of the Delegate ballots.

noMInaTIons All members who have been in continuous good standing in the International Union for twelve (12) months immediately prior to MONDAY, JUNE 2, 2014, and in Local 412 for three (3) months immediately prior to MONDAY, JUNE 2, 2014 are eligible and nominated for Delegate to the Thirty-Sixth UAW Constitutional Convention.

Members of new Units of Local 412 who have been dues-paying Units for less than one (1) year may be eligible for exemptions from the one (1) year rule. Members of new Units who desire further clarification on this matter may contact the Local Union for an interpretation.

Any eligible member who desires to accept nomination as a Delegate to the Convention must submit his/her written acceptance to the Local 412 Hall addressed to: Local 412 Election Committee, 2005 Tobsal Court, Warren, MI 48091-3798. Acceptances for Delegate to the Convention MUST contain the following information: his/her commonly known name as he/she desires it to appear on the ballot, his/her Unit number and his/her department number.

Acceptances MUST be in the hands of the Local 412 Election Committee not before WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014, and not later than 2:00 P.M., WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16, 2014. Mailed acceptances MUST be by registered letter. All acceptances MUST be in the hands of the Local 412 Election Committee Chairman by the 2:00 P.M. deadline. Positions on the ballot will be determined by a drawing after certification at 3:00 P.M., WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16, 2014.

eleCTIon To be HelD as folloWs

DATE: WeDneSDAy, APrIL 23, 2014 PLACE: UAW LOCAL 412 HALL TIME: 6:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.

rUn-off eleCTIon IntheeventofaRun-OffElection,itwillbeheldWEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 2014, same times and locations. Absentee Ballots are due by 12:00 P.M., WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 2014. All others become void after that.

absenTee balloTs Absentee ballots will be provided to those members who shall be away from their Local Union on Company assigned, expense-paid work assignments the entire period of the election; also, those who shall be away on Local 412 Union Business. There will be no exceptions.

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Over200hundredcardsweremadethis year to one of our smaller but favorite VeteransCommitteecauses.Onasnowy

Saturday morning just before Christmas, Sophie (a 6 year-old 1st grader at Blanche Sims Elementary in LakeOrion)andherbrotherSean, 12 (a 7th grader at OakviewMiddleSchoolalsoinLakeOrion),headeddown to the VA Hospital in

Detroit to spread a little holiday cheer. This was their 4th year passing out homemade Christmas Cards to each room and every Vet they met. They also spent some time decorating the recreation rooms and the lobby for the enjoyment of the both the Veterans and thestaff.OurlocalVetsandthekidsalwaysenjoy spending some time together during theChristmasseason.Sometimesit’sthelittlethings that make a difference, knowing that people still care. Most of the cards distributed were handmade by children. Contributors included members from the choir at Willey Elementary in Shelby (the same group that so graciously comes to CTC to sing and perform at our Veterans Ceremonies), Blanch Sims’first-gradeclasses,aswellasLakeOrionCub Scouts Pack #37. There was also a card-making station at our Local 412 Christmas Party so many of the children in attendance stopped to make a creative handmade card to contribute. In addition, there were printed cards handed out that contained heartfelt thanks. Some of the printed cards were filled out at our Veterans

Day Ceremony from our fellow Chrysler Employees here at CTC and our friends at General Dynamics. The banner was signed at our UAW Local 412 Christmas party, and the local CubScoutPackmeet(#37)inOrion.

our 4th Christmas Card Drive for theJohn A. Dingell VA Hospital in Detroit

(L-R) Bob Ritz, Brian Jackson, Chairman of the Veterans Council Wayne Smith, Tim Gasparski, Laura Long,Jim Sims,Ron Taras, Daphne Harris, Dewayne Brantley and Brian Eickel

UAW Chrysler Veterans Committee Toys for Tots Drive

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Ifyouhaven’theardbynow,oneofourlongestservingsecretary’shereatLocal412,AnnettePoterek,announcedthat she was going to retire back in early January. Waving goodbye to the local and all of this snow up here in Michigan,she’staken that long drive downtoFloridaandhas been living it up ever since. Annette worked for Local 412 for approximately 28 years and she has been one of the hardest working secretaries we have ever had. Annette served many administrations and had a wealth of experience that she brought to our local. In addition to her professional career, she was always an advocate for the union. She was always active in attending all political functions, demonstrations, as well as the many events thrown by the localsuchasthe412GolfOuting,Children’sChristmasParty and has been a staple for the local. Obviously,weallwillmissherverymuchandwewishher the best – and most importantly that she has a good, long, healthy retirement. Annette was made an honorary Local412RetireeatJanuary’smeeting,whereeveryonewished her well and expressed how much she would truly be missed by all of us! Thanks for everything, Annette!

Since the retirement of Annette Poterek from our front office, we have initiated a few cost-cutting measures. Sadly, one of them has been not replacing Annette’s position. We currently have one full-time secretary; Debbie, as well as Amy who wishes to remain working part-time. We will fill in with Vicki, the secretary employed by Local 889 next-door, as needed. Our operating hours at Local 412 are from 8:30 a.m. til 4:00 p.m. (although there is usually a local officer or two working late). On Tuesdays & Thursdays only we are closed for lunch from 11:30 a.m. til 12:30 p.m. If you call during this time, please leave a message and we will get back with you as soon as possible. Thanks in advance for your patience.

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I would like to take a moment to recognize Vic Renaud and congratulate him on his well-deserved retirement. Vic retired from General Dynamics Land Systems with 40 years of service, serving 18 years as the Unit 27 Chairman. For those who knew Vic and his passionate ways of persuasion, he had no issue with “telling it like it is.” Whether you liked him or not you always knew where Vic stood on an issue, and he would make a decision on what was best for everyone. I would say that this quality is what I admire most about him. No matter what was going on in Vic’s life, he was always dedicated to Unit 27 and the betterment of his membership. I would like to say on behalf of myself and the entire membership of Unit 27, your dedication, hard work and leadership will be missed! Happy Retirement to truly “One of a Kind.” And to his wonderful, caring, and very, very patient wife, Ruth...Good Luck!

Retiree Chairman Bob Ban making Annette an honorary 412 Retiree.


A new venue and a new band brought a new look to the Local 412 Retiree Chapter's Christmas party this time around! What didn't change was the vim, vigor and vitality that the ol' gang brought to the gala occasion! These veterans of many years' worth of working for a living have got the technique of partying down to a fine art. None do it better than 412's Retirees! When the crowd swarms in through the double doors at the Carpenters’ Hall on Mound Rd. in Warren, life's everyday aches and “itises” fade from the scene as these retirees overtake the banquet hall. The routine goes something like this: arrive early and double check for the tickets; rush in and find a comfy table not too far from where the servers bring the food in. The ladies mark their spot with their purses while the gents put their coat on the chair back. The parade moves first towards the door prize table...and then to the coffee service table. Then the serious ‘PAR-TAYING' begins. An actual scene might resemble this: “There, that's the right hall. Honey, are you sure you brought the tickets?” “Quick, grab that table, it's close to where the food comes in...and the toilet is just over there.” “Oh, look, there’s that same prize basket you tried to grab last year. Better luck this year.” “Quick, go buy some more raffle tickets. We'll nail 'er this time!” “Ooooh, that coffee smells good. Bring me a cup while I find the ladies' room!” “Better hurry back to the table, we're supposed to save seats for Jack and Joan. They'll be a little late!” “Oh, yeah, I promised Frank and Diana we'd save seats, too!” “Hey look, there's Ted and Lucy! Good, now the whole gang is together!” “Gee, it’s been such a long year!” “Wow! You look better than ever!” And the band played on! Produced by members of the Detroit Philharmonic Orchestra, the music from the ’50s and ’60s sounded better than ever. (“Man, they just don’t make that kind of music anymore!”) A couple hours later, approximately 150 merry and well-fed retiree chapter members reclaimed their ‘limousines’ to spend the rest of the day in the comfort of their own homes reliving all the memories of previous Christmas parties. The golden friendships that have endured through the years will further mellow until the next year’s party, when Santa will be making his list and checking it twice! (“Geeze, I can’t believe I missed that door prize again by just one lousy ticket number!!!”)

By Randy Milam Retiree photos taken by Randy Milam and Cathy Stoey.

new Look Same Gala Occasion:RETIREES CHRISTMAS PARTY


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By Gregg Gibbons

On December 12, 2013, Unit 28 had their annual Christmas Party. The party was held at the Gazebo Banquet Center in Warren. In attendance were

eighty-five members, retirees, and Union officials. It was nice that a lot of retirees were there, allowing us to catch up with people we have not seen for a long time as well as those that recently retired. The food and camaraderie were excellent; everyone seemed to have a great time. The Christmas party was also attended by Jeff Hagler (Local 412President),TimEdmunds(FinancialSecretary),AnnettePoterek, and Debbie Robinson the Local 412 Secretaries. We enjoyed the opportunity to visit with them. The highlight for many of the guests was our annual gift card raffle; we raffled twenty-five gift cards of varying amounts. We were blessed to have this party and have so many of our current and retired members to join us.

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With all of the new employees who are now working at Chrysler, belonging to Local 412, it’s very important to remember to “Buy What You Build!”

It’s imperative to support the company you work for, as well as all of your Union brothers and sisters. We have thousands of members and retirees who rely on paychecks from Chrysler. Not to mention we have some exciting new products, parts and engines out there that are built right here in Michigan! We have the new Dodge Durango and Grand Cherokee, both built at Jefferson; the Chrysler 200, built at SHAP; and our back- to-back Truck of the Year winner Dodge Ram, built at Warren Truck. Speaking of the Ram, our Ram 1500 was recently named “Top Pick” pickup truck by Consumer Reports. This is a major accomplishment since the Japanese brands have historically done well on Consumer Reports’ Top Picks list, taking more that 70 percent of the spots since 1997. This is

just a reminder that all of the hard work and dedication by

our members is really reflecting in our product! And please don’t forget, with this harsh winter we’ve been experiencing, you can always purchase a tank and support your Union brothers and sisters at General Dynamics!

Buy what you Buildby Cathy Stoey

Recycle your cell phones. Give your cell to any Veterans Committee member or drop it off at the Local 412 Hall.

The Veterans Committee has been collecting pull-tabs or “pop-tops” from beverage cans. The tabs are the only pure aluminum part of the can, and cans may still be returned for deposit even after the tabs are removed. The money obtained from the recycled tabs can be used to help returning enlisted soldiers and veterans. THAnk YoU!

2014 Commemorative CoinsHelp provide gravesite wreaths, in conjunction with Wreaths

Across America at the Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, Michigan and other Veterans’ events.

CONTACTS:Chrysler contact: Robert “Wayne” Smith at (248) 576-3810

General Dynamics contacts: Mark Lagana at (586) 825-8912or Jeremy Guernsey at (586) 825-8037

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OUR MISSION: HELP OUR TROOPS CALL HOME

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CLUW stands for the Coalition of Labor Union Women and is America's only national organizationforunionwomen.Formedin1974, CLUW is a nonpartisan organization within the union movement.

At its founding convention in Chicago, IL, CLUW adopted four basic goals of action:u to promote affirmative action in the workplaceu to strengthen the role of women in unionsu to organize the unorganized womenu to increase the involvement of women in the political and legislative process

These goals continue to be the cornerstone of CLUW's activities as members speak out for equal pay, child and elder care benefits, job security, safe workplaces, affordable health care,

contraceptive equity, and protection from sexual harassment and violence at work. With members from 54 international and national unions across the U.S. and Canada, CLUW has a strong network of more than 40 chapters. CLUW is endorsed bytheAFL-CIOanditsinternationalandnational unions. CLUW local chapters educate members, keep them up to date on a variety of issues of concern to working families, and provide a support network for women in unions. To learn even more about CLUW, join the organization as well as learn more about CLUW’snewlyelectedNationalPresident,Sister Connie Leak of the UAW, who is also an International Representative in our UAW Women’sDepartment,pleaselogontowww.CLUW.org.

Would you like to become a member of CLuW?Would you like to learn more about this organization?The primary mission of CLUW is to unify all union women in a viable organization to determine our common problems and concerns and to develop action programs within the framework of our unions to deal effectively with our objectives.

March is Women’s History Month!Here is an event and organization you might be interested in:Women Creating Caring Communities

presents:

We Are Solutionaries!Healing Ourselves & Our Communities

Saturday, April 26, 20149:00 p.m. to 12:00 noon

UAW Local 7 • 2600 Conner Street • Detroit, MI 48215EvEryonE Is WELCoME! PLEasE JoIn Us!

Would you like to become a member of the Women’s Committee?You don’t have to be a woman to join! Contact the Local or Sheri Burton, our Women’s Committee Chair for more details!

Join us for ournext event:


By Alex DiMercurio My name is Alex DiMercurio and I am Member of Local 412, Unit 10. My big break began in 1985, when I hired in at SHAP in production. After spending six years in the plant, I joined the ranks of Unit 10 by entering a training program facilitated by Unit 10 at Highland Park. After being absorbed by the department (then the Instrument Panel Lab, now known as EMD), we moved to CTC in May of 1993 and have beenthereeversince.Overthepast29years, I was able to earn a Bachelors of Science in Industrial Administration degree from the Central Michigan University extension in Auburn Hills. This past November, I transitioned into the Innovation Space at CTC as theUAWFacilitator.Theintentionofthe Innovation Space is to assist in

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the direction of work to our talented UAW members in our various labs, shops and offices here at CTC, as well as involve people from those areas into the process. Since entering the Innovation Space, I have been exposed to many of these different areas which make up the operational expertise that

aids in the function to create a world- class facility. The relatively short time I have been here, I have been able to establish contacts and become accustomed to the various tools in the form of people and process that the Innovation space has to offer, including workshops that are available to anyone who would like to participate. If you have an idea or concept that is calling out to you, please come and stop by the Space located at CTC (on the 1st floor, right off tech plaza) and see how you can develop it into an Innovative proposition that can aid the company in a cost savings, feature for one of our products or be a part of a workshop to further enhance your process within your organization. If you are just interested in checking out the space, stop by and see if there is something you would like to participate in or to just discuss your idea. Workshops are conducted for various purposes, share tools in the creation of new ideas to address issues with either a product or a process and are frequently taking place. Not located at the Tech Center? Contact me and we can arrange a tour or workshop to help you utilize this resource as well! I can be reached at: [email protected] or 248-944-2392.

Are you aware that DENIAL is not a river in Egypt? Unfortunately, there are some who are lost in such a place. They are not at fault…and here is the great news: there IS a way out! Let me introduce you to a program at the Chrysler Tech Center called Chrysler Light. Perhaps you or someone you know is suffering from an addiction of some kind (alcohol, drugs, gambling, food, co-dependence, etc.), we have a phenomenal support program available, which just may be what you are looking for!

It is called, Chrysler LIgHT. We are a unique program that began 3 years ago, melding many of today’s successful recovery techniques from multiple disciplines. We are in a private setting where you are with like-minded individuals. This is an ANONYMOUS, judgment-free gathering, where regardless of who you are, how far you may have slipped, or how far you have come, everyone is included, valued and accepted. There are no dues or fees. The only requirement for attendance is your desire to be there! We meet every Wednesday in conference room: TECH 2-C,from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. For further information, orto be put in contact with the group leader, pleasecontact EAP Representative Gary Bronnerat [email protected] or 1-248-576-2753.

CHRYSLERLIGHT


LoCaL 412 ChaPLaInCy CommIttEELocal 412 Members, greetings to you!I hope and pray this year is going well!

What is Chaplaincy? The UAW is a conglomerate of so many different committees, and the chaplaincy is a part of those working committees, there to offer help to all UAW members. Many have had questions about the purpose of a chaplain and a Chaplaincy Committee. I hope to enlighten you to who we are, what we do, and exactly why we are here. The chaplaincy program began back in 1985, and in 1990 the National agreement negotiated the opportunity for chaplains to be appointed under contractual provisions in the workplace. The chaplains are a valuable resource to those who serve in leadership positions in their respective locals. As members have special needs, the chaplains are able to help meet those needs that cannot be met through already existing UAW programs. The UAW Chaplaincy program provides a wide range of ministries and services which include:•Visitingthesickanddisabledintheirhomeandhospitals

(if asked to do so) as well as supply invocations and benedictions when requested.

•Offercounselingtothosewhodesireitintimesofbereavement.

•InteractwithotherservicinggroupssuchasEAPRepresentatives, other committee members or other

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Caring in the Workplace

servicing representatives in the workplace.•Respectconfidentialityofmembersandprovideadequate

space for private conversations.•Restrainfromadministratingreligiousbeliefstomembers.•Respectforallreligions.•Answerprayerrequests. I would like to emphasize that the local chaplains serve people of all faiths and respect their faith, as well as those who express no particular faith at all. The Chaplain and committee DOES NOT impose their beliefs on others or seek to persuade workers to accept their religion or belief. The Chaplain or committee members DO NOT organize a church withintheworkplace.Ourmissioncanbesummedupbyourmotto: “Caring in the Workplace.”

“All we need is Love” Article 41 Section 2: It shall be the duty of each member to render aid and assistance to brother or sister member in cases of illness, death or distress and in every way acquit themselves as a loyal and devoted member of the International Union… Am I my brother’s keeper? The Chaplaincy Committee andallofourvolunteersbelievethatweareourbrothers’&sisters’keeper.Wedothisbyprovidingloveandsupport when someone has a need. Having such a large membership,wedon’talwaysrealizetherearememberswho need our help. We are asking the membership of UAW Local 412 to be our eyes and ears, to support and believe in Article 41 Section 2. VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED FOR THIS ASSIGNMENT!!!

“Love is all we need” is our motto this month. We will reach out in concern for others in the way God reaches out to us. Love is patient, love is kind. Love does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. Love is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, and it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil, but rejoices with the truth. Love will always trust, always hope, and always perseveres. Love your neighbor as yourself and love the world as your own self; then you can truly care for all things. Just as a mother would protect her only child at the risk of her own life; even so, cultivate a boundless heart toward everyone. Without love in the heart, life is like a sapless tree in a barren desert. If you would like to volunteer some of your time in serving this membership, please call our local at (586) 754-2450 or contact Senior ChaplainAnthonyOrlandoat(586)322-4938.

UAW Local 412 extends deepest sympathies to the families and friends of these members.

IN MEMORIAM

FRANK RADLOFF Unit 14 07-01-13MICHAeL HOGAN Unit 14 10-30-13ALFReDS V. UDeNANS Unit 14 11-09-13KeVIN RUTKOWSKI Unit 1 11-19-13IRA WING Unit 14 11-30-13ROBeRT BARRY Unit 10 12-13-13MICHAeL SLOTA Unit 1 01-07-14BRYAN HARDING Unit 1 01-13-14eRIC PAUL Unit 14 02-18-14ART ASBeRRY JR. Unit 14 03-14-14


MyFellowBrothersandSistersofLocal412, It has been a joy being a chaplain for Local 412 retirees and this great Local under the leadership of Jeff Hagler and his staff. OnJanuary14,2014atourretireesmeeting,wesaidgood-bye to Annette Poterek. She has been such a blessing to this Local serving four Secretary-Treasurers and Local Presidents that date back to John Miller. As much as we hated to say good-bye, we know as we have taken on retirement that many of you are looking forward to doing the same. Annetteisaladywhohadeveryone’sback.Shewaspartof a different Union, but she was also UAW to the bone! And UNIONisinherblood.Wewillmissherdearly.Eachofourboard members was able to say words of encouragement and appreciation to her. As the first Unit 36 – Probation OfficersChairpersonforoverthreetermsbeforemovingtoCalifornia for 6 years, she was a blessing to me and a help. OnethingIandmanyothersrememberaboutheristhededication to medical causes that she rallied for, such as MS and Team Annette for Breast Cancer. She never missed a walk-a-thon and she always raised a huge amount of support from all of us. We love Annette so much that a motion was made and voted upon making her an Honorary Local 412 UAW retiree member. She will always be one of us retirees at Local 412. Thank you, Annette. We love you! InOurRetireesFebruaryMeeting,we were blessed to have our very informative tax lady Laura A. Arens, CPA of DKSS of Troy, MI. She keeps us up to date on the latest tax changes that will affect us all. Each year, she comes with great information and answers too many of our questions and she tells us what to watch for as we prepare our returns. Hopefully, we will all get out and vote during the primary so that some things can be changed that have increased the taxes of retirees and the working class. I know you are thinking, “what has a

from the Pen ofCHaPlaInCy CHaIrPerson

Frankie L. Stewart Andersonchaplain have to say about politics?” It is about fairness and justice for all! Now the other thing that is on my heart is the fact we have few participants on the Chaplaincy Committee. AnthonyOrlandoisintheAuburnHillslocationandIam here for all the Retirees, or wherever is needed. I am appealing to those of you who read this paper from cover to cover to think of the sick workers on your job, off on medical, those workers who have lost loved ones or have themselves passed away and left family behind, or those who need prayer or spiritual guidance. The UAW Chaplaincy Committee at Local 412 can only minister to those we know about. We also deliver Bibles to the bereaved families of our membership. We also give Bibles at our Retirees meeting each month. Contact us, my number is (248) 376-7990 and my email is [email protected] Whatever the need is, we want to be a servant to you.Life changes affect us all. So pick up the phone and call if you need prayer for anything (or for someone), or a spiritual ear to listen. God Bless you and the United States of America. – Your Sister in the UAW & Ministry

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ArT ASBerry continued from Page 7 “Art was a fun loving guy-very thoughtful of others. He was always willing to lend a helping hand. We’ll miss his expertise when we were at conferences. He showed his love for us & we all loved him as well.”

– Dennis Greathouse, Recording Secretary, UAW Local 412u u u u u

“Art was a great UAW member that was always willing to help you. I can personally say that his mentoring will be missed.”

– John Grunalt, Trustee, UAW Local 412u u u u u

“He was a very compassionate man, always willing to lend a helping hand in and outside of work. He had a positive impact on my life as well as many others. He will be missed.”

– Charlie Wilson, Guide, UAW Local 412u u u u u

“It’s not what you can say about Art Asberry, but it’s about what you can’t say…Brother Asberry was always there with an open hand to hold when you needed it, a shoulder to lean on when you didn’t know what to do, and he spoke softly to help calm any situation His legs carried him to the needy, to help with building handicap ramps or HUD homes. He wasn’t a man of words, but of action with open arms and heart. How could you not love him? Brother Asberry you will always live in my heart, as the example of what “a man should be.”

– Joe Auito, Joint Activities Representative, UAW Local 412


By Greg Wooliver Local 412 (unit 10) member Dave Gravlin is a Vehicle Development Technician who works in the Axle Lab at the Chrysler

Technology Center in Auburn Hills. Dave has been an avid hunter for many years and loves the outdoors.OnNovember9,2013,hewasinvolvedina tragic accident. While enjoying his favorite hobby of hunting, Dave accidentally fell approximately twenty feet from his tree stand to the ground, suffering many injuries – some of which were life threatening. Being involved in this accident has had a tremendous impact on his way of life. Since the accident, Dave has had numerous surgeries and spent over six weeks in the hospital. At the time Dave was released from the hospital, he was unable to walk and was required to use a wheelchair. Uponhearingoftheaccident,JakeFerrence,aco-workerandpersonalfriendofDave’s,knewthat he would need help. Jake contacted Roy Lee, a member of UAW Local 412 Community Service Committee, to see if they could provide any assistance for Dave. With the help of the United Way of Southeastern Michigan and Local 412 members, a plan was put together to build a handicaprampatDave’shome.Roy contacted Bill Helwig of the United Way. Bill is the labor liaison who coordinates the Ray West Memorial Ramp Project. With thehelpofDave’swife,Beth,aconstruction date for the ramp was set for December 4, 2013. Construction of the ramp began and was completed after just three days.Dave’sworkcolleagues–JakeandPeteFerrence,MikeMach, Nick Reyna and Roy Lee (all unit 10 members) – worked tirelessly over the 3 days to complete the project. They also had the assistance and guidance of Dale Gauvin, a United Way community service volunteer and Bill Helwig. This could not have been achieved without the help of these volunteers. Special thanks go out to Jeff Hagler, President of UAW Local 412,andMarkCerny,DirectorofPowertrainOperationsatChrysler, as well as the United Way of Southeastern Michigan. Their assistance and support made this project a success. Dave and his family are grateful for all of the support shown during this rough time. He continues to go through intense physical therapy, and looks forward to the day he can return to work. This is another great example of when the UAW and Chrysler work together, great things can be accomplished.

This is what our Union is all about – Solidarity in action

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UAW members, Chrysler Group employees, contractors and a few NHL alumni hit the ice at Comerica Park this past December for the “Battle of the Brands” hockey challenge to benefit the United Way of Southeastern Michigan. Players and fans alike, numbering more than 500, gathered in very rainy conditions at a special outdoor Hockey Venue at Comerica Park in order to support the teams. NHL Alumni including Petr Klima,JoeKocur,EddieMio,JohnOgrodnickandMickey Redmond joined the 6 Chrysler Brand teams in 3 friendly games to benefit the charity. The six teams were Jeep, Chrysler,SRT,Dodge,RamandFiat. Some Local 412 members were chosen to participate in the event and each player made a generous donation of $250 to the United Way for the opportunity to play. In addition, the players joined a friendly pre-game competition to raise food and monetarydonationsforGleanersFoodBank. The team who had the most to donatetoGleaner’safteraone-weekcollection period would gain a 1 point advantage in their game. In total, more than $45,000 was raised to benefit the United Way of Southeastern Michigan.

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Effective January 1, 2014, members will now be responsible for alltuitionandfeesforcourse(s)droppedaftertheinstitution’sadd/

dropperiod.Situationsthatoccurbeyondthemember’scontrolwillbehandledon a case-by-case basis. Members will be able to appeal the decision to the TAP Committee. In addition, effective January 1, 2014, approved Labor Study courses are now eligible through TAP. If you have any questions, please contact Patrick Byers, UAW ([email protected]) or Colleen McBrady, Chrysler ([email protected]) or at (586) 427-6757.

uAW region 1 Director’s Scholarship UAW Region 1 is pleased to announce that scholarships are available to those students who are children or grandchildren of UAW Region 1 Local Union Members and are graduating from high school this year, or are current college students. The scholarships will be awarded through theUAWRegion1Director’sScholarshipFund,administered by the Community Caring Program. The eligibility requirements and the application formfortheUAWRegion1Director’sScholarshipareavailableontheUAWRegion1websiteunderthetab:“Director’sScholarship.”Youmaydownloadthe application form, rules and instructions by going to http://Region1.uaw.org. Applications must arrive at the Region 1 office.

THE DEADLINE IS APRIL 18, 2014 – NO ExCEPTIONS!

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2005 Tobsal • Warren, MI 48091Volume 31, Issue 2

Unit #52 T. CIARAMELLAUnit #54 J. COOMBSUnit #57 G. GUNNELLUnit #59 G. SUMAUnit #61 J. WRIGhTUnit #62 K. FANNONUnit #65 N. hNATIUKUnit #68 L. EMERSONUnit #70 N. WhITLOWUnit #75 D. GREINERUnit #76 A. CZARNIK (Acting Chair)Unit #78 C. KRAWCZYK

Unit #28 G. GIBBONSUnit #30 K. WALLACEUnit #32 A. MAURUSUnit #35 A. GATTARI-ROSS (Acting Chair)Unit #36 R. SIMMONSUnit #39 D. GAPShESUnit #40 K. RIBANT-PAYNEUnit #41 S. DEONUnit #44 G. CORLESSUnit #46 D. SLANECUnit #49 D. MONTAGNEUnit #51 D. ChERGET

Unit #1 M. hAYESUnit #2 T. STANKUnit #7 B. SIMSUnit #9 D. FOURNIERUnit #10 M. hAShOUnit #14 S. CONLEYUnit #17 D. MOCZULSKIUnit #18 T. MACKERUnit #21 W. KRANKERUnit #23 R. WATSONUnit #25 J. McBRADYUnit #27 J. GUERNSEY (Acting Chair)

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eDITorIal PolICyThe LocAL 412 LEADER welcomes articles from readers. Articles may be submitted electronically or typewritten. Each article submitted should have an original copy submitted and mailed to the address listed below with the writer’s signature and Unit number provided. Keep articles clear and concise, stating your reasons behind a viewpoint. Articles are subject to editing for clarity and space. Name may be withheld for adequate reason. Photos submitted must have identification of those pictured. The views and opinions expressed in this publication are those of the individual writers and does not necessarily reflect the official policy of Local 412. Acceptance of advertising copy for the LocAL 412 LEADER does not constituent Local 412 endorsement of any company or its products. Address Local 412 correspondence to:

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President .....................................JEFFHAGLER1st Vice-President ......................... MIKE HAYES2nd Vice-President ........................ ANDYTOTH3rd Vice-President ........................TOMBURNSFinancialSecy-Treasurer .......... TIM EDMUNDSRecording Secretary ......DENNISGREATHOUSETrustee ....................................JOHNGRUNALT

Trustee ............................................. BILL LAIRDSergeant-at-Arms ................WARDELLWOODSGuide....................................CHARLIEWILSONRetiree Represenative .................ROBERTBANJoint Activity Rep. ............................JOEAUITOEditor ..........................................CATHYSTOEY

UAW LocAL 412 • C/o LocAL 412 LeAder • 2005 Tobsal Ct., Warren, MI 48091 • e-mail: [email protected]

Local 412Servicing Reps

(Liaisons)JunE, 2013

JeFF HAGLer, PresidentWork (586) 754-2450Cell (313) [email protected] Units, Committees & Councils

MICHAeL HAyeS, 1st Vice-PresidentWork (248) 576-4367Cell (586) [email protected]: 1, 28, 39, 46, 49, 54, 75, 95, 98

AnDy ToTH, 2nd Vice-PresidentWork (586) 825-8037Cell (586) [email protected]: 2, 7, 9, 17, 18, 21, 23, 25, 32, 51, 52, 59, 76, 97

ToM BurnS, 3rd Vice-PresidentWork (248) 613-8669Cell (248) [email protected]: 10, 30, 61, 65, 70, 84, 100FlyingSquadronOfficer

DennIS GreATHouSe, Recording SecretaryCell (586) [email protected], Assisting Units: 40, 41, 99

JoHn GrunALT, TrusteeWork (248) 576-6441Cell (586) [email protected]: 10, 27, 54FlyingSquadronOfficer

BILL LAIrD, TrusteeWork (248) 512-4802Cell (586) [email protected]: 62, 78, 91, 92, 93

WArDeLL WooDS, [email protected]: 35, 36, 86

CHArLIe WILSon, guideWork (248) 576-9695Cell (810) [email protected]: 32, 44FlyingSquadronOfficer


hap.org

HAP knows what speaking to a friend is like. And when it comes to something

as important as your health, wouldn’t you want to speak to someone who

will get to know you and your needs? When you join HAP, you’ll be given your

very own Personal Service Coordinator. One number and one person you can

call to ask every question you have about your health plan.

For information on benefits for UAW Trust members call HAP at (800) 422-4641

or visit hap.org. If you are a UAW Chrysler, GM or Ford employee looking to

retire or a current UAW Trust member, you can join HAP by calling Retiree

Health Care Connect toll-free at (866) 637-7555.

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MONTHLY MEETINgS

Executive Board ................. 2nd Tuesday ........5:30 pmJoint Council ...................... 3rd Monday .........5:30 pmMaster Mechanics Council ............................ Last Tuesday ........4:30 pmRetired Workers Chapter ..... 2nd Tuesday ........10:00 amTechnical Council ............... 4th Thursday ........5:00 pmProduct Council ................. 2nd Thursday .......5:00 pmhourly & Skilled Trades Council ............................ 1st Monday ..........4:00 pmPublic Sector Council ......... Last Wednesday ...5:30 pmDefense Council ................. 2nd Wednesday ...5:00 pm

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Sign-in Time: 7:00 a.m. sharpStarting Time: 8:00 a.m. sharpRegistration: $85.00 per golfer (non-refundable)

PLAYERS’ NAMES MUST bE LISTED bELOW and TURNED IN WITH REGISTRATION FEE:

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RegistRAtiOn DeADLine: FRiDAY, MAY 30, 2014All membeRS, ReTiReeS and TheiR fAmilieS ARe welcome.

Dinner Guests: $30.00 per person, includes one (1) raffle ticket.

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Sycamore Hills Golf Clubincludes: Golf, electric cart, Driving Range, continental breakfast, hot Dog & chips,

Unlimited Pop or beer on course.Steak Dinner with open Standard bar

4 -PersonShotgun

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AmAlgAmAted And LOCAL 412 EADER - UAW Region 1 · is the fact that the UAW has not raised membership dues since the 1960s, while most other unions have, and have been averaging 2½