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L.U. 540 (i), CANTON, OH—Our local had a very successful summer. Work was steady thanks to many school jobs.

June 18 was a perfect day for our annual golf outing. Thanks to our 2005 golf committee for a job well done.

The JATC offered two 10-hour OSHA classes and at this writing is preparing for a 30-hour class in November. Thanks to all who attended.

Remember, the IBEW is known for having positive attitudes, skill and the knowledge it takes to get the work done right the first time. These are types of qualities we need to pass down to our apprentices. Feedback to an apprentice not only helps their future, but is essential in forming what might be your own desired future.

Local members mourn the passing of Bros. Enzo P. Melchior and Glenn Bredon.

Best wishes to recent pensioners: May—Don Whaley and Ray Bongini; June—Danny Seal and Robert Edwards.

Jerry Bennett, P.S.

Labor Day Picnic

L.U. 606 (em,es,i,rtb,spa&u), ORLANDO, FL—On Labor Day 2005 Local 606 held it’s first “Labor Day in the Park” picnic at Burton Smith Park in Cocoa Beach. Brothers and sisters from all across the state attended and enjoyed good food and fellowship. The kids had fun on the space jump and many other activities. Despite high gas prices and the hurricanes, a lot of money was raised for the sick and needy. We hope next year’s picnic will be even bigger.

Janet D. Skipper, P.S.

Projects Underway

L.U. 640 (em,i,rts,spa&u), PHOENIX, AZ—The work picture here is fairly steady. In addition to the Cardinals’ new football stadium project with Cannon & Wendt, Rosendin Electric has a large project at the Phoenix Civic Plaza. Sturgeon Electric started work on the Edgewater high-rise project; Electrix started the underground for the new Intel Fab 32, with more to come hopefully; and Mass Electric will start on the new light rail system soon. If you’re considering traveling here, please call first to check the status of our books.

We look forward to this time of year when Local 640 members visit the Hacienda de Los Angeles to distribute Christmas gifts to children and adults with chronic and severe ailments. Our members donate time and money throughout the year to show we care and they are loved!

We hope you all have a blessed holiday season!

Dean Wine, P.S.

Welcome, New Members

L.U. 654 (i), CHESTER, PA—The crab fest was well attended again this year. The annual golf outing also provided good fun for attending members and their foursomes. Thanks to the Entertainment Committee for all their hard work.

We welcome recently sworn-in members: Domenic Cavalieri, Joseph Conroy, Sidney Freeman, Joseph Gibbons, Aaron Jeter, John Kaczenski, John Keenan, Michael Murphy, Jason Snyder, Matthew Thompson, Francis Toth, Jason Vanderbraak and Frena Naughton.

We are saddened by the loss of Bro. John Beaver and retired Bro. Joe Huddy. They are greatly missed.

Holidays are swift approaching. It has been a long year for many of us, but don’t forget those families less fortunate. Many brothers and sisters have suffered greatly because of the devastating hurricanes, while others have lost loved ones to the wars overseas. Remember to give and have a Merry Christmas.

Jim Russell, R.S./P.S.

Regain Our Work

L.U. 688 (em,i,t&u), MANSFIELD, OH—In the current economy, we are losing many of our manufacturing facilities. Non-union contractors are doing a lot of our commercial, school and residential work. We must do our part to get it back: Organize the non-union sector; be at the “gangbox” at starting time; 10 minute breaks and 30 minute lunches; work until quitting time; turn off personal cell phones; and don’t miss work unless absolutely necessary.

Elected in June were: Bus. Mgr./Fin. Sec. Carl Neutzling, Pres. Lance Biglin, Vice Pres. John Wallery, Treas. Gary Baumberger and Rec. Sec. Michael Huffman; Executive Board members Fred Claus, Eugene Haliburton, Scott Hershner, Jesse Kanz, John Kline, Paul Knackstedt and Hubert “Rocke” Rice; Examining Board members Anthony Barclay, Randy Kistner and Paul Nance. Dane Hart was appointed Membership Development coordinator. Former Bus. Mgr./Fin.Sec. Gaylord Rice Jr. did not run for that post, but retained his presidency at the Richland County AFL-CIO.

Seven apprentices received journeyman wireman tickets in July: Doug Anderson (outstanding apprentice award recipient), Curt Ellis, Scott Fleiner, Chad Fraley, Mike McKown, Gary Perry and Joe Rockhold.

We mourn the death of Bros. Truman Freeman, a former officer and Apprenticeship Committee member; Frank Highnam; and Robert Armstrong, former Sprint Unit chairman

John Kline, P.S.

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