- June 11, 2013 Steelworkers Ratify Contract at Caterpillar South Milwaukee The United Steelworkers (USW) today said that members of Local 1343 ratified a new, six year contract at Caterpillar's South Milwaukee plant. USW District 2 Director Michael Bolton praised the hard work of the local union negotiating committee and the members of Local 1343 for their solidarity during contract negotiations ...
- May 30, 2013 Steelworkers Reach Tentative Agreement with Caterpillar The United Steelworkers (USW) today said that negotiators for Local 1343 have reached tentative agreement with Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) on a new labor contract for 803 hourly workers at the company’s South Milwaukee, Wis. plant.
- May 30, 2013 USW Endorses Peters In Michigan Senate Race The United Steelworkers (USW) union has announced its support for Michigan Congressman Gary Peters in his campaign to replace retiring U.S. Sen. Carl Levin next year.
- May 28, 2013 May-June Edition of the District 2 NEWS USW District 2 News is a quick-read newsletter published bi-monthly to keep members informed of recent events in the district. Members are encouraged in providing news articles or events to the newsletter editor.
- May 17, 2013 USW Files Unfair Labor Practice Charge against Kalkaska County Road Commission The United Steelworkers (USW) today said that the union has filed an unfair labor practice charge against the Kalkaska County Road Commission with the Michigan Employment Relations Commission (MERC) for unlawfully implementing changes to the wages and benefits of employees without the union’s agreement.
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- October 01, 2009 District 2 Director, Michael Bolton Michael Bolton, Director of USW District 2, began his career in 1976 in Marshalltown, Iowa, where he was a machine operator for Packaging Corporation of America (PCA). There he became active with the United Paperworkers International Union (UPIU), and in 1987, Bolton became a union staff member.
- October 01, 2009 What We Make USW workplaces are found in nearly every sector of the North American economy, from metals, manufacturing, paper, glass rubber, forestry products, chemical industry, rubber, health care, pharmaceuticals to public services, mining and energy and utilities.
- October 01, 2009 Who We Are The United Steelworkers (USW) represents more than 1.2 million members in every state of this country and every province of Canada. The USW is one of the most effective and democratic unions in North America. We have become even bigger and better with the recent merger with PACE Union.
- March 21, 2013 District Contacts This page contains contact information about United Steelworkers representatives and staff in District 2.
- October 02, 2009 Local Union Links This page highlights USW Local Unions in District 2 who wish to promote their Web sites. Please notify Art Kroll of any address changes for your Web site or to have your Web site listed below.
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- April 21, 2009 What Is Rapid Response Rapid Response is the Steelworkers' nonpartisan grassroots education, communication, and action program that involves every member.
- June 11, 2009 Rapid Response Coordinators in District 2 Locals seeking information on Rapid Response activities in Michigan and Wisconsin, including new team training and general program assistance, should contact the following Coordinators.
- April 15, 2010 The Potential for Green Jobs Rapid Response recently issued a series of InfoAlerts outlining the magnitude of the current jobs crisis. With over 11 million jobs needed to get back to pre-recession levels, we need to look at all options to both secure our current jobs and create new, family and community-supportive jobs.
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- April 21, 2009 District 2 Organizing Coordinator None of the information below will be disclosed to anyone outside the union. You can contact United Steelworker District 2 Organizing Coordinator by calling (989) 667-0660 during working hours, and after hours if you leave your name and number someone will return your call.
- June 12, 2009 Organize The United Steelworkers, AFL-CIO-CLC, is your opportunity for a change. By organizing with the USW, you become part of an organization that brings with its over 850,000 members.
- October 02, 2009 Why Should I Join A Union? Having a Union in your workplace is the most beneficial thing you can do to secure your future and the future of your family! Read more to find out why.
- October 28, 2009 Frequently Asked Questions and Answers About Forming a Union Some questions are answered dealing with forming a new local union. What will be in our first union contract? Membership dues. When do we begin paying? How much are they?
- October 28, 2009 Summary of the National Labor Relations Act It is in the national interest of the United States to maintain full production in its economy. Industrial strife among employees, employers, and labor organizations interferes with full production and is contrary to our national interest. Experience has shown that labor disputes can be lessened if the parties involved recognize the legitimate rights of each in their relations with one another.
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- May 04, 2011 "We are all part of history" - District 2 WOS Conference The District 2 Women of Steel Conference was held from April 27 - 28 at the Radisson Paper Valley Hotel in Appleton, WI. Many of the participants had a great experience and were vocal about the conference and moving forward.
- July 20, 2009 Women of Steel Coordinators Women -- especially our "Women of Steel" activists play a major role shaping the future for working women. In this section is a listing of Women of Steel Coordinators in Canada and the U.S.
- July 22, 2011 Michigan and Wisconsin's Women Steelworkers Say Protecting Health and Safety Will Build Stronger Economy in State and Across America The Michigan and Wisconsin Women of Steel, an organization within the United Steelworkers dedicated to advancing working women's issues, recently passed a resolution declaring their support for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's authority to limit greenhouse gas emissions ... more
- December 10, 2009 USW District 2 WOS Calendar of Events Check here for updates to Women of Steel (WOS) Calendar Events.
- October 02, 2009 Women's Committee Building Solidarity Action Calendar Create Your Own Women's Committee "Building Solidarity
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