Local 102, Paterson, NJ, retiring
Bus. Mgr. Pat Delle Cava,
right, with new
Bus. Mgr. Lou
Baram.
L.U. 102 (c,catv,i,it,o&t), PATERSON, NJ Bus. Mgr. Pat Delle Cava announced
his retirement at the January union meeting.
Bro. Delle Cava began his IBEW career as an apprentice in 1956, and has been
100 percent dedicated to the betterment of Local 102 and the IBEW ever since.
Since taking over as business manager in 1997, Pat has continued Local 102s
tradition of excellence in membership education, quality craftsmanship on the
jobsites, worker safety and the social awareness of our local as a valued member
of our community.
Under Pats guidance Local 102 has emerged as a leader in organizing. Pat and
the Organizing Committee established a one-territory, one-rate policy, therefore
bringing all of the amalgamated locals up to the contract standards of Local
102. Upon his retirement Pat recommended Bro. Lou Baram to succeed him.
Bus. Mgr. Lou Baram was sworn in by the Executive Board on Jan. 21, 2003. Lou
has been a Local 102 member for 29 years. He will do a fine job continuing the
traditions set before him, as well as moving our local forward in the future. We
wish him the best of luck in his new endeavor.
On behalf of the membership, I would like to congratulate Pat and wish him
continued health and happiness in his retirement.
L.U. 108 (ees,em,es,lctt,mar,mt, rtb,rts,s,spa,t&u), TAMPA, FL Our local is
going to have a busy year. TSSI (Unit 3) is preparing proposals for upcoming
negotiations. Bro. Troy Trice is Chairperson. The Proposal Committee for JCI
(Unit 8) is working in preparation for negotiations this year. Bro. Gary Fold is
chairperson and Steve Marsh is vice chairperson. Ruan (Unit 9) negotiations are
in their second month at this writing. The Negotiations Committee consists of Ed
Faucher (chairperson), Joe Hatfield (vice chairperson), Gary Jenkins and Doug
Quick.
White Mop Wringer/Pullman Hoult Corporation has sold its plastic division. We
have been notified that approximately 60 jobs will be lost.
Tampa Electrics new Bayside Power Station may start up earlier than planned.
A workforce transition to Big Bend will begin after the Bayside Station
start-up. The new power station will burn natural gas, and this and improved
technology facilitates an approximate 80 percent reduction in the workforce
required at this station.
Retired Lineman/Troubleman Bro. Richard Adams has passed away. Our
condolences go out to his family.
PRECO (Unit 17) employees participated in a linemans rodeo on February 1st.
Congratulations to PRECO apprentice lineman Todd Campana, who placed third in
his event.
Local 110, St. Paul, MN, Bro.
Jamie McNamara, one of many
volunteers who
helped wire a
Habitat for Humanity house
and hang holiday lights in
Cannon
Falls, MN.
L.U. 110 (em,i,rts,spa&u), ST. PAUL, MN Greetings, at this writing, the
outside temperature is minus-15 degrees and spring seems far away. We are really
feeling the effects of a slow economy. There are currently 170 members on Book
I; if youre coming, please check the "Job Line."
The following is a list of members who retired in 2002: Roger Becker, James
Branch, Bruce Campbell, Gary Cassidy, Ben Cotroneo, John Diedrich, John Ede,
Brian Geiseki, Leo Grzeskowiak, Robert Haag, Howard Hanson, Ronald Hanson,
Robert Harbek, Jr., Thomas Harrington, Sr., Harry Haselius, John Heur, Frank
Hosszu, Roger Johnson, Donald Kasprzak, Bernard Koelndorfer, David Krohn,
Michael Leier, Stephen Magnuson, Raymond Maskrey, Thomas McCauley, Harold
Mohwinkel, Dennis Moody, James Pearson, Roger Ridgeway, David Sampson, Wayne
Schmitt, Dwain Stowman, Gary Thoms, James Vadnais, Roger Ware and Thomas
Wohlberg. We congratulate and thank all for their years of service.
We also thank the many members who gave of their time to hang the holiday
lights in Cannon Falls on a cold, windy Saturday in November, and all those who
wired the Habitat for Humanity House in Northfield.
L.U. 120 (c,i&o), LONDON, ON, CANADA Local 120 had a full and rewarding year
of events for its membership in 2002.
London hosted the O.P.C. Hockey Tournament in April, with teams from across
Ontario and the U.S. (New York/Michigan). The winners were (from Div. A-D),
Ottawa, London, Hamilton, and New York. It was a great time for all, and we
thank everyone who volunteered their valuable time to this event, especially
Bros. John Gibson, Steve Carty and Peter Thompson.
In July, a Retirees Luncheon was well attended and much appreciated by our
retired brothers as they enjoyed reminiscing about past projects and seeing old
friends.
September saw our Annual Golf Tournament, which (with help from some of our
contractors) raised money for the Childrens Hospital/Cancer Unit. A BBQ dinner
and prizes followed with everyone leaving a winner.
The kids had fun again at their Christmas party with games, swimming,
presents and goodies. Thank you to Sister Cathy Ash and Bro. Guy Desjardins for
your time and help.
Finally, a special thank you to our secretary, Judy Vitek, who is an
important part of our team and always eager to lend a hand organizing these
events. Our hats are off to you.
L.U. 124 (ees,em,i,mar,rts,se& spa), KANSAS CITY, MO The work situation in
our jurisdiction has been slow. However, General Motors Fairfax Assembly Plant
in Kansas City, KS, has begun the long-awaited model change over. The Pontiac
Grand Prix assembly is being moved to Canada and the Chevrolet Malibu will be
assembled here. This work has started to clear Book I of over 300 journeymen for
at least eight weeks of overtime.
Missouri IBEW locals and NECA contractors have approved the Missouri
statewide Voice-Data-Video Agreement. This field has been untapped and is
already beginning to show promise in organizing efforts.
Our new training center is open, and we are offering credit classes toward an
associates college degree to journeymen and apprentices.
Take a few silent moments to honor the men and women serving our nation.
Please pray for peace and a speedy return of these patriots to their homes and
loved ones.
We remember the following deceased members: Charles Crosthwait, Sam Curtis,
Myrtus Lindley, Robert Lizar, George Mapes, Glenn "Mike" Mallott, Wayne
Mikijanis, Ophie Parks and Edward Van Camp.
Congratulations to the following retired members: Garry Brashear, Eugene
Crist, Louis Dickmann, James Howard, Roy Jackson, Jack Loewenstein, Charles
Vanderwerf, Sr. and Norman Williamson.
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