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2008 AFL-CIO UNION INDUSTRIES SHOW
Updated
On: Apr 10, 2008 (13:48:00)
Please go on-line and check it out at www.2008america-at-work.com It is a great opportunity for Union Minded people to see the products and services that are Union. We have also heard that there are many prizes and purchasing discounts, so check it out.
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Update
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On: Mar 21, 2008 (07:29:15)
I, along with Mike Norscia and Rich Harter, had the opportunity Thursday to meet with General Holiefield and his staff and Mike Letkowski along with Joe Peters staff. It was an opportunity to share with them some of our concerns with the manner in which the company is violating our national and local agreements. I was very impressed with the support that General gave us and it really re-energized me in knowing that our International Union has our backs. Everyone in the room was sincerely concerned about the welfare of our laid off members. Our disagreements with the company will not disappear overnight. But I must say that everyone involved is working very hard to resolve each and every one of our issues. Please continue to stand strong and united, as one solid union. In Solidarity Forever, Jeff Hagler
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UAW SOLIDARITY RALLY
Updated
On: Mar 18, 2008 (10:13:00)
UAW SOLIDARITY RALLY SUPPORTING ON-STRIKE AND LAID-OFF WORKERS FROM LOCALS 235, 262 & 412 WHEN: MONDAY, MARCH 24, 2008 TIME: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM WHERE: UAW LOCAL 235 UNION HALL 2140 HOLBROOK STREET HAMTRAMCK, MI 48212 313-871-1190 COME SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR STRIKING AMERICAN AXLE WORKERS & LAID-OFF CHRYSLER WORKER’S AND JOIN US ON THE PICKET LINE. BE SURE TO WEAR YOUR UAW APPAREL. DOSEN’T MATTER IF YOU’RE WORKING, LAID-OFF OR ON STRIKE. THIS RALLY IS ABOUT YOU – WE WELCOME ALL UAW BROTHERS & SISTERS TO JOIN US!!! LUNCH WILL BE SERVED (DONATED BY UAW LOCAL 412) SOLIDARITY FOREVER, FOR THE UNION MAKES US STRONG! FLYER AND MAP ATTACHED BELOW
Download:
MAP - UAW SOLIDARITY RALLY.pdf,
UAW SOLIDARITY RALLY.pdf
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Nardelli's Arrogance and Anti-American Greed
Updated
On: Mar 10, 2008 (19:14:00)
As most of you know by now, Nardelli and company have released a recall list that details their plans on the bump back rights of our Local 412 membership. It basically ignores the seniority rights that we have fought for over the decades.
We have a meeting scheduled with Morris Simms for this Thursday to discuss these very issues. For the record, Local 412, along with the Unit 1 leadership, firmly believes that the company is once again ignoring our National and Local Agreements.
If this proposal by the company is initiated, I can assure you that there will be a reaction from the union. Please spread the word with your brothers and sisters. More information will be forthcoming.
Fraternally yours,
Jeff Hagler
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Layoff update
Updated
On: Feb 28, 2008 (13:00:00)
General Holiefield’s office is in direct contact with the company concerning all of our issues. As soon as we hear something, we will pass it on. You can also look for updates in your unit page listed on the left hand side of our home page. We are absolutely certain that our International Union will do everything in it's power to straighten our situation out. Stand strong and stand together. Jeff Hagler
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Veterans Committee Update
Posted
On: Feb 20, 2008 (11:13:33)
VA Hospice and Palliative Care Grows
Consultations for Veterans Nationwide
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is providing hospice and palliative care to a growing number of veterans throughout the country as the need continues to rise for care and comfort at the end of life. VA provides palliative care consultation services at each of its medical centers and inpatient hospice care in many of its nursing homes throughout the country. VA contracts with community-based hospice programs to enhance VA’s ability to provide this critical service when and where needed. “Wherever veterans receive their health care, VA has a system in place to address their hospice and palliative care needs,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Dr. James B. Peake. “We are dedicated to providing compassionate care and personal assistance to the thousands of veterans and their families who face terminal illnesses.” Nearly 9,000 veterans were treated in designated hospice beds at VA facilities in 2007, and thousands of other veterans were referred to community hospices to receive care in their homes. The number of veterans treated in VA’s inpatient hospice beds increased by 21 percent in 2007. In addition, the average daily number of veterans receiving hospice care in their homes paid for by VA increased by 30 percent this past year. Because of the large number of World War II and Korean era veterans and a tripling of the number of veterans over the age of 85 from 2000 to 2010, the increase in the need for hospice care is expected to continue. The proportion of Vietnam-era veterans over the age of 65 will continue to increase through 2014, when Vietnam veterans will account for nearly 60 percent of all veterans in that age group. VA’s expansion of its hospice and palliative care capabilities came about through collaboration with community-care providers. In 2001, the National Hospice-Veteran Partnership Initiative began to build partnerships between VA facilities and community hospice providers, funded in part by the VA and by nonprofit groups such as the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization and the Advanced Illness Care Coordination Center. To date, VA has partnered with community hospice programs in 35 states to promote hospice services that are not provided directly by VA staff. These partnerships help veterans transition from VA hospitals to their homes in the community. Palliative care adds a focus on quality of life and comfort to veterans with life-limiting illness, and their families. Palliative care consultation teams include physicians, nurses, social workers and chaplains. Additional support may be provided by pharmacists, rehabilitation therapists, recreation therapists, mental health professionals and other specialists. VA provides palliative care consultation teams at all of its hospitals nationwide, although such services are provided at only about one-fourth of all American hospitals. Nearly half of all veterans who died in VA facilities received care from a palliative care team prior to their deaths. “VA is committed to helping veterans spend their final days with dignity and comfort, in the setting that best fits their needs and wishes,” Peake said.
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Retirement Presentation
Updated
On: Feb 18, 2008 (10:40:00)
ATTENTION UAW JOINT UAW/HR INFORMATIONAL PRESENTATIONS WILL BE HELD FOR UAW HOURLY BARGAINING UNIT SPECIAL RETIREMENT PROGRAMS LOCATION & TIMES WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH 7:30AM & 5:00PM IN THE CTC MAIN CAFE ROOM B
*SPOUSES ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND* (PLEASE NOTIFY HR @ TIELINE 776-5100 SO THEY MAY BE ALLOWED TO ENTER THE BUIDLING) HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT CHRYSLER LLC February 15, 2008
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Comprehensive Mortgage
Updated
On: Feb 15, 2008 (11:58:00)
Comprehensive Mortgage employees are represented by UAW Local 889. They offer the assistance you need to help in all of your mortgage endeavors. Whether you are consolidating your debt, refinancing your home, or buying your first house, we have the expertise to make it a fast, easy, and enjoyable process. Please click here to vist their website.
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Units 1 and 80 Updates
Posted
On: Feb 11, 2008 (08:01:42)
You can find the latest happenings concerning Units 1 and 80 in their respective pages listed on the left side of this page.
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CTC & PROC Layoffs
Updated
On: Feb 03, 2008 (14:29:00)
Cerberus Aims at the American Worker! Layoffs at PROC and CTC I received a few calls asking why the company did not offer buyout packages before the layoffs. As all of you now by know, the company laid off 119 Unit 1 and 80 employees, with most of them being designers. At the same time, the early retirement and VTEP buyouts offered in December were also honored by the company. This means that the layoffs that took place, came along in tandem with the early out and VTEP offers. The amount of employees that accepted the offers didn’t add up to the number of union employees the company wants to eliminate. Therefore, the layoffs. So to answer the first sentence in this article, early retirement and VTEP packages were offered. What the company did was reckless and disgusting to say the least. Is this the end of layoffs in our local? We don’t know. The company is not communicating very well with the union. But we do know that if we don’t all band together and support one another, we will fail. Don’t let anyone try to divide us during these times because of what unit number you may or may not belong to. If warranted, we will be initiating informational pickets at different locations in the near future in order to let the public know the inexcusable behavior that Cerberus is allowing to happen to our brothers and sisters. Some of our members are asking if we are going on strike. Striking the company is the very last resort. We have many tools to use in order to resolve the issues that we all face. We plan on using all of the tools that we have at our disposal. We are not looking for war, but we are looking to resolve these issues by bringing our membership back to work. We may be asking for your help if we need it. If you would be interested in joining our struggle by donating some of your time to pass out leaflets or carry informational pickets, please e-mail me at j.hagler@uawlocal412.org. Solidarity forever, Jeff Hagler
Download:
Layoff Q A Guidelines 12-20-07.doc
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Financial Education for All Chrysler Employees & Chrysler Retirees!!!
Updated
On: Jan 28, 2008 (15:58:00)
Financial Strategies for Successful Retirement Class- This is a three part educational class. This class is held at the Oakland University Campus in the Gold Rooms inside the Oakland Center, 118 Oakland Center Rochester, MI 48309. The curriculum includes: *Wealth Preservation Strategies *Managing your 401(k) plan *Maximizing your Company Savings Plan *Avoiding taxes and penalties on rollovers *Social Security Laws and Rules *Avoiding probate and transfer your Estate efficiently *Helping protect your assets from inflation *Taking advantage of Roth IRA's You get answers to the following questions: *How long will my retirement savings last? *Can I retire early? *Where will the money come from? *How can I maximize my Company Savings Plan? *Which Pension Benefit is best for my situation? *How can I minimize taxes? *How can I provide for my heirs? *How to manage debt? All Attendees will receive a confidential personal financial plan, quality workbook and home study material. No investment products or services will be promoted or offered at the class. This is strictly an EDUCATIONAL class. You can attend the three-part, 9 hour class at the Oakland University Campus on three consecutive Tuesday evenings 6:00 to 9:00 pm in March beginning Tuesday March 11th through Tuesday March 25th or on three consecutive Wednesday evenings 6:00 to 9:00 pm in April/May beginning Wednesday April 30th through Wednesday May 14th The tuition for this class is at no cost for all CHRYSLER employees and CHRYSLER retirees (normally $59 for the general public). You may also bring your spouse and/or guest at no extra cost. Seating is limited so please register early. Please call toll free at 877-539-3399 for more information and to reserve your seats or register on-line at www.fssrinstruction.com Confirmations will be mailed directly to you. Should you not receive confirmation after registering online, please reply back or call 877-539-3399. This program is offered as a courtesy to all Chrysler employees and retirees. If you cannot attend this class but still wish to take advantage of the free personal planning consultation, please call 877-539-3399. Make sure to mention that you are a Chrysler employee or Chrysler retiree. We hope you will take advantage of this excellent opportunity to gain valuable insight on investing for retirement, maximizing your Chrysler Savings Plan, managing your taxes, preserving and maximizing your wealth, protecting yourself against risk and conserve or preserve your estate for your heirs.
Download:
FINANCIAL EDUCATION FOR ALL CHRYSLER EMPLOYEES AND CHRYSLER RETIREES.doc
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Major Contractual Change to Health Care Coverage
Posted
On: Jan 11, 2008 (09:58:29)
Please remind our membership of this major contractual change to healthcare coverage.
Principally Supported Children ( defined as children related by blood or marriage, ie: grandchildren , under age 19, or 19 to 24 if a full time student, unmarried, living with you and reported by you to the IRS as your dependant) can NOT be added as a covered dependant on your Healthcare after 1/1/2008.
Current "Principally Supported Children" (before 1/1/2008) will be Grandfathered on your coverage. Coverage for these children will remain only as long as eligibility requirements are maintained,
IF ELIGIBILITY IS TERMINATED FOR ANY REASON, RE-ENROLLMENT WILL NOT BE ALLOWED. Do NOT ignore ANY dependant audits sent by Benefit Express.
If this applies to you, be PRO-ACTIVE! Call Benefit Express 888-456-7800 (at least every four months) ensure the ANNUAL certification requirements are met.
We cannot get the coverage reinstated if a certification is missed!
The above does not apply to your natural children, step children, legally adopted children, or children by legal guardianship. We want to thank our Benefits Representatives Cynthia Bennett and Phil Krysinski for their ongoing assistance with the helpful programs they contribute to and their benefit updates such as this one.
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National Foot Care Program
Updated
On: Jan 10, 2008 (14:18:00)
Here is an update on the National Foot Care Program (NFCP).
On December 14, 2007, a court order placed NFCP in a liquidation state because it could not be successfully rehabilitated due to its financial condition. If members or providers have outstanding claims to be paid, a Proof of Claim form must be filed by June 14, 2008 in order for the claim to be processed.
Attached is a copy of the Proof of Claim form that the State of Michigan is in the process of mailing out to providers and members. Also attached is the Proof of Claim Instructions. Here is some information on what to tell your members with questions.
1. If your member's provider has billed NFCP and no payment has been made - A Proof of Claim form along with the claim that was submitted by the provider (claim form UB 92 or CMS 1500 (HCFA 1500) ) must be filled out completely and sent to the address on the instruction sheet, which is: National Foot Care Program, Inc. PO BOX 760547, Lathrup Village, MI 48076
2. If your member is being billed by a provider
- A Proof of Claim form must be submitted along with a copy of the claim from the doctor. Sending in statements, invoices or bills without the unpaid claim WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Providers submit claims to NFCP on UB 92 or CMS 1500 (HCFA 1500) claim forms. The member will have to request these claims from their provider.
- If there is more than one claim, they will have to note this on #7 of the Proof of Claim form, and total the amount of each claim they are submitting.
- If any part of the claim has been paid by the member, the amount must be noted on #8 of the Proof of Claim form.
- Numbers 9 - 11 on the Proof of Claim form should be marked as not applicable (N/A), unless the member states otherwise.
3. If a member paid their provider and is requesting reimbursement from NFCP
- Members must fill out the Proof of Claim form and include proof of payment, such as a copy of a cancelled check (front & back), a credit card statement showing the amount paid or a statement from their doctor showing the bill was paid. A UB 92 or CMS 1500 (HCFA 1500) claim form must be included with the proof of payment.
4. If a member receives a collection notice from a provider
- Collection letters can be faxed to 248-423-1077 and someone from the State of Michigan will contact the credit agency where the collection notice was sent to stop further action. The member will then need to fill out the Proof of Claim form and follow the procedure stated in #2 above.
Things to remember
Although providers are being sent these Proof of Claim forms to complete, members should not depend on the provider to send this in. If a member has a claim that is unpaid, the member should take the initiative to file a Proof of Claim to ensure that NFCP receives it. The deadline to submit all claims is June 14, 2008. Processing of claims will occur but no payments will be issued until the court decides the final outcome. General questions on the Proof of Claim can be directed to NFCP at 1-800-922-1695 or by sending an email to proofofclaim@nationalfootcare.com. No claim determination will be given over the phone.
This information is also posted to the UBR file cabinet under National Foot Care Elimination. Attached are two forms one is the Proof of Claim Instructions and the other is the Liquidation Proof of Claim form. If you have any questions please call your Benefit Reps Cynthia Bennett, 248-576-4346 or Phil Krysinski, 248-576-0216.
Download:
NFCP Proof of Claim Instructions.pdf,
NFCP Proof of Claim Form.pdf
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Merry Christmas
Posted
On: Dec 21, 2007 (10:27:06)
Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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