UNION MEETING: Please be informed our next union meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 12th at 7:00 p.m. at
IMPORTANT NOTICE - SPECIAL CALLED MEETING: On March 22nd at 6:00 p.m. at
Union Hall closing at noon for an up coming
OUR FRINGE BENEFIT OFFICE moved to a new location: The fringe benefit office moved to a new location
All mailings including claim reimbursement requests, self payments and applications should be sent to the following address:
UA Local 190 Fringe Benefit Plans
The toll free number, phone number and internet address remain the same. Please note there is a new fax number:
Phone: (734) 432-3036
Toll Free: (888) 390-7473
New Fax: (586) 439-6119
On the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. a representative of Benefit Advisors, Inc. will continue to be available to meet with members at the union hall.
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION: The UA scholarship applications are now available for Local 190 members, spouses, children and grandchildren. The application can be picked up at the union hall. The completed application and all enclosures should be mailed directly to the UA and must be postmarked by June 15, 2010.
BASIC RIGGING CLASS: A hands on rigging class will be offered to all journeymen. This class is being offered to help prepare for the rigging certification class. To register for this class please contact the training center (734) 426-3700.
Fusing Class: To register for this class please contact Business Representatives,
IMPORTANT NOTICE – SPECIAL CALLED MEETING FOR MI GAS DISTRIBUTION MEMBERS – ALLOCATION OF WAGES: A special called meeting will be held on March 27th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the following location:
Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort
This meeting is being held to discuss the allocation of a wage increase which will have an effective date of May 1, 2010.
If you have any questions please contact Mark McMillen (734) 368-4423.
CPR CLASSES: The 2nd Wednesday of each month from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. CPR classes will be offered. Please note the maximum for each class will be limited to 16 members. To register please contact the training center at (734) 424-3700.
HVAC Classes: Classes for are as follows: Building Automation – DDC (currently 4 openings). To register please contact the training center (734) 426-3700. All HVAC mechanics are required to take 16 hours of up-grade training per year as per our Collective Bargaining Agreement.
This class started on March 4th, we currently have two (2) openings. To register please contact the training center (734) 424-3700.
We are in need of HVAC instructors, please contact
HVAC UA STAR TEST: This class will start April 1st. There are currently four (4) openings, to register for this class please contact the training center at (734) 424-3700.
HVAC technicians please contact Tom Yax with your current phone number and e-mail addresses. You can submit this information to tyax@ua190.org
Medical Gas and Welding Continuities: Members who are certified in medical gas and welding are reminded that continuities must be submitted every six (6) months. Do not let your continuity lapse! Effective September 1, 2009 all medical gas continuities will no longer be paid for by the Greater MI UA Local 190 training department. You will be responsible for all fees, pertaining to your continuities. The appropriate fee is $33.00, which will be paid twice a year. A check should be made payable to NITC in the amount of $33.00. You may drop off your continuity form and your check to the training center. To check on your continuity please go to the UA web site at uanet.org. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the training center (734) 426-3700.
IMPORTANT NOTICE – MED GAS CONTINUITY: For your convenience the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 5:00 p.m., a contractor will be available at the training center to sign brazing continuities. If you have any questions please contact the training center (734) 426-3700. The dates are as follows:
April 14th
May 12th
June 9th
Medical Gas Installer: Any member needing to update their medical gas installer certification can do so on line. You need to log on to N.I.T.C’s website at www.nationalitc.com . Please check your medical gas cards for expiration dates. If you have any questions or need any further information, please feel free to contact the training center at (734) 426-3700.
OSHA 30 CLASSES: The classes will be held for seven (7) weeks. At this time we are accepting names for a 4th class. Any members interested in registering for this OSHA 30 class, please contact the training center (734) 426-3700. Al Culbreath would like to inform all members, that this class will be a requirement for future calls to the Cook Plant.
local businesses using Non-Union Contractors: Naylor Chrysler Plymouth uses non union contractors when updating and remodeling their facilities. Therefore, when you are in need of a new or used vehicle keep that in mind!
Main Street Optical, have office locations in Dexter and Pinckney. They have chosen not to use our signatory contractors. When you and your family are selecting an optician, let’s support those who support us!
Laid Off: All members who get laid off, must submit a copy of their lay off slip from their employer to the union hall. It is very important that you contact your business agent and the union hall as soon as possible and report the last day in which you worked. Please contact Karen at the union hall (734) 424-0962 ext. #12. You will then be reported on the out of work list. This report is used to generate sub pay checks, if you are eligible.
It is recommended that any member who is currently laid off should contact the training department to upgrade their skills. Use this time to your advantage!
BACK TO WORK: All members must contact your business agent and the union hall and report the date in which you went back to work. Please contact Karen at the union hall (734) 424-0962 ext. #12. All building trades members are to contact Al Culbreath (734) 424-0962 ext. #13, if you have not been to the union hall to complete all proper paperwork needed for your employer.
Members Working Out of Town: Any members working out of town are advised to submit copies of check stubs to the Fringe Benefit Office. Please mail your information on a monthly basis, to the attention of Bernadette to Benefit Advisors, Inc.
Must Modules: Members are reminded to stay current with your MUST modules. Any member interested in completing their must modules, please register by contacting the training center at (734) 426-3700. Once registered the web site address is as follows: mustbsafe.com.
License: Due to constant changes in job qualifications, state and local codes, we as professional trades’ people need to keep improving our resumes. Protect your trade by educating yourself in all aspects of your profession. If you are a pipe fitter take a plumbing class. If you are a plumber take a welding class or HVAC class. Take advantage of classes offered through our training program.
IMPORTANT REMINDER: Please contact the union hall at (734) 424-0962, if you have an address change or any changes pertaining to your phone numbers.
EAP: For family and elder care problems, please call our (EAP) hotline at (800) 724-7473 which is available 24 hours a day.
CONDOLENCES: Our deepest sympathies go to members Aimee & Brian Noyes, on the passing of Aimee’s father and the father-in-law of Brian Noyes.
Our thoughts and prayers to go member Ray Thuen on the passing of his father.
SOFTBALL TEAM: Attention all members, we would like to organize a softball team. Please contact Al Culbreath by March 22nd at (734) 424-0962 ext. #13.
RETIREE MEETINGS: Both of the following meetings start at 9:00 A.M. All retirees are welcome to attend. A meeting will take place on Thursday, March 18th at the Flim-Flam located on
WEBSITE: The following website is a very useful website pertaining to many items you may wish to follow up on.
1) Please go to the following website: UA190.ORG
2) Then select: UA LOCAL 190
3) Then select: Benefits
4) Then select: www.ua190benefits.org
5) Then select: Member Login
6) Then enter your e-mail address and password.
Note: If you have not yet registered, you may do so by selecting: Register
7) You will then be navigated to a screen where you can research the following:
Hours history, work hours, dues account, contact/inquiry or change password
RETIREMENT CONGRATULATIONS: Congratulations to Ernest G. Mallery III, on this special occasion! We all wish you the very best.
Congratulations to Alan Hersey, Theo Desfosses, Dan McGovern, Dennis Shoner Sr., Castle Picklesimer, Earl Brown, Roger Kline, John Lobbestael and Mike Romelhardt. We send our warmest congratulations upon your retirement. You have paid your dues, now you’ll do just what you choose.
NOTIFICATIONS FOR THE BUILDING TRADESMAN PAPER: Please contact Karen at the union hall (734) 424-0962 ext. #12, if you would like to put a special notification in the paper.