Contra Costa Bulletin - Dec. 2017
Have an Excellent Holiday and a
Happy New Year
A successful Chapter Holiday party was held on Friday, December 8, at the COBRA Museum in Martinez. Members from across Contra Costa County attended, with many bringing family and friends as guests. In addition to touring the excellent museum, there was music, food, and conversation to be had, as well as raffle prizes. Twenty-five lucky members had their numbers called.
As 2017 comes to a close and we enter another new year, the occasion offered a chance to reflect, connect, and engage as a union in a unique and welcoming way. Members heard from some special guests, including striking workers represented by the Machinists Union at Henkel Corporation in Bay Point. Fighting for improved safety and a better contract, these striking workers have been on the picket line for nearly two months.
A donation drive raised several hundred dollars for the Machinist’s Strike Fund: money used to cover rent, bills, food, and medicine as these striking workers stand up for GOOD and SAFE jobs on the Contra Costa Northern Waterfront. A special THANK YOU to all members who donated to the Strike Fund, including those who donated food and beverage to help sustain those on the picket line.
Members also heard from County Supervisor John Gioia, another special guest. Supervisor Gioia focused on the important work performed by Local 21 members across Contra Costa County every day. At the end of Gioia’s speech, he was presented with the Chapter’s first ever award for “Outstanding Leadership in Public Service.” Thank you to Supervisor Gioia for joining us. We look forward to working with you in 2018 and beyond!