We are excited to announce the 2025 District 1 Michigan Lobby Day and Training.
Join us Tuesday, September 16, and Wednesday, September 17, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing located at 111 North Grand Avenue in Lansing, Michigan. We’ll have a full day of conversation, strategizing and training, followed by a day at the State Capitol meeting with elected officials about issues affecting Steelworkers. Whether you are a new Rapid Response activist or a seasoned one, a Next Gen member looking to be more involved, or a Woman of Steel, this event is for you.
The success of the labor movement depends on our ability to build power through activism. Legislative engagement is one of the most effective ways to push back against anti worker legislation and to advocate for legislation that will benefit our members, their family’s and retirees. Through one-on-one conversations with our elected officials on Wednesday, September 17th, we will show our representatives that we are prepared to fight for, and protect, the things that make the working class stable and strong.
Agenda
Registration will start at 8:00 am on Tuesday, September 16; and training will begin promptly at 9:00 am.
The event will conclude on Wednesday, September 17, by 5:00 p.m.
Breakfast is included both days from 7:30 am until 9:00 am. Lunch on Tuesday is also provided, but on Wednesday you will be on your own. Dinner is on your own for both days.
Delegate Registration Form
The registration form, completed in its entirety, should be returned no later than September 2, 2025. Please e-mail or mail the completed form to:
Lori Gutekunst
USW District 1
20600 Eureka Rd., Suite 300
Taylor, Ml 48180
lgutekunst@usw.org
The information provided will assist us in planning for conference space, materials and meals. It will also
be used to schedule lobby day meetings; therefore, please provide personal home addresses on the registration form (no local union hall address or PO boxes please).
Hotel Information and Parking
A limited number of rooms has been reserved at the special rate of $142 per night plus tax. The hotel will guarantee this rate until the cutoff date of August 16, 2025.
To make your hotel reservation, you may contact the hotel reservation line at 517-482-0188 and tell the hotel you are from the United Steelworkers Sept2025 to receive the special rate.
Parking
On-site valet parking is available at the rate of $14 for 0-2 hours, $28 for 2-8 hours and $35 for 8+ hours.
Self-parking is also available on a space available, first come, first served basis in the city-owned ramp that is connected to the DoubleTree via a climate controlled pedway at the rate of $3.00 per hour up to a maximum of $15 per day.
Airport Shuttle Service
Complimentary airport shuttle service is available to and from Lansing’s Capitol Region International Airport for all conference attendees. Please make arrangements in advance with the hotel.
Delegate Expenses
As usual, all lost time and expenses are the responsibility of the local union which includes travel and hotel stay.
If you should have any questions or concerns regarding our upcoming conference, please contact Sue Browne at (269) 838-5956 or sbrowne@usw.org. We look forward to seeing everyone.
Are you and your coworkers ready to negotiate together for bigger paychecks, stronger benefits and better lives?