Good Morning, I hope everyone is doing as well as possible in these trying times. I wanted to update everyone on some furloughs that happened in District 19 in the past couple of days. CSX furloughed 2 members at the Hamlet, NC facility on Monday. These furloughs will take place on December 20, 2020. NS…
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Sisters, Brothers, and Friends of the IAM, For all the changes and hardship 2020 has brought upon us, I know one thing will remain the same—working people like us, the men and women who make North America move—will be offered thanks this Labor Day weekend. And while I am indeed incredibly grateful for all the…
Read MoreIn response to the decreased demand for rail services due to COVID-19, U.S. rail systems are considering severe measures to combat the novel coronavirus pandemic. The U.S. rail systems face sharp declines in revenue due to a drastic decrease in demand for rail services caused by COVID-19. IAM and TCU-IAM members proudly work in the…
Read MoreMembers, In the current era of “PSR” railroading, it is needed more than ever the ability to adapt to changes in the industry. Please review the attached link for extra resources for job marketing skills. Dislocated-Worker-Resource-Manual
Read MoreThis is to inform the members subject to the National Agreement, that Friday, September 13, 2019, will be the last day for you to submit your survey. We have a good response to the National Agreement Section 6 Notice Survey so far. We would still like to hear from more members. On Monday, September 16,…
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Brothers And Sisters, Please find attached a link and a PDF of the IAM District Lodge 19 Bargaining survey for the next section six notice. The results of this Nat’l Carriers’ Conf Barg Surveywill be used to formulate our bargaining demands and the section 6 notice. Remember, this is more important now than ever….
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