CRAFT MEETINGS ARE THIS MONTH!We hear from members every day who have opinions about the rate of pay, working conditions, representation and myriad other issues. Your opportunity to exchange information and express your point of view in an open forum is fast approaching.Craft meetings are going to be held at the end of the month. Please set the day and time aside so you may attend. Encourage everyone on your crew to attend, car pool, plan breakfast or lunch with each other, meet old friends and make new ones, hunt for work or fill your crew. Join your brothers and sisters in a morning full of discussion while you find out what’s up with your union. Bring your questions, concerns, gripes and praises, but most important bring
Early negotiations between the IATSE and the AMPTP recessed on the afternoon of April 9th. During the course of negotiations issues on New Media, Health and Pension where discussed. The 2006 Pension Protection Act (PPA) passed by Congress was paramount in those discussions. This Federally mandated Act changes minimum Pension funding levels and creates challenging
Local 44 in conjunction with other labor organizations and community aid organizations is compiling assistance resources for help with situations arising from the Writer’s Strike.This resource will be updated periodically as additional information or resources become available. You can view the resources by clicking the link at the end of this story or clicking on the Resource Book image above
Axium International, an Entertainment Industry payroll service provider has ceased operations and filed for bankruptcy protection under Chapter 7 of the federal bankruptcy code.
Upon learning of Axium’s default on January 8, 2008, the IATSE took
Topics of discussion will include:State of the Union ReportsSAG negotiationsCurrent events and issues specific to your craftThe meeting will be held at:Local 44 Union Hall2nd Floor12021 Riverside DriveNorth Hollywood, CA 91607
Topics of discussion will include:State of the Union ReportsSAG negotiationsCurrent events and issues specific to your craftFree Quarterly payment door prizeThe meeting will be held at:Local 44 Union Hall2nd Floor12021 Riverside DriveNorth Hollywood, CA 91607
Local 44 Executive Board Meeting Meeting has been moved to May 22, 2008
Our Local 44 Retirees and their spouses or guests have been invited to join us for a Fabulous fun trip to Las Vegas at the Golden Nugget Resort June 29th through July 1st.Because space is limited we are only taking reservations via the Registration Form you recieved in the mail. Please be sure you fill out the form in full and return it with the full payment for the trip. Mail the form back to the Hall care of the Retiree Services Office.Local 44 Members pay only $44.00; guests fees are $150.00 per person. Double occupancy in rooms is required,! Attendees coming alone are required to find their own roommate.Please make checks payable to JAF Travelers. Address your return envelope to:Retiree Services Local 4412021 Riverside DriveNorth Hollywood California 91607The Reservation Deadline is May 19th. Please note a 30 day cancellation notice is required for any refund, otherwise your reservation is final.You will receive directions to the drop-off area when your payment is received.We look forward to seeing you there!
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