Local 810 hosted our Annual Health Fair in September.  It was another huge success with hundreds of members and their families in attendance.  All of our providers were there talking with the membership and providing information about their services.  Members enjoyed the barbeque as their kids lined up to get ice cream from Mister Softee.  We raffled off and handed out thousands of dollars’ worth of prizes that were all donated by our health care providers.  Everyone left with a smile on their face and we look forward to doing again next year.  If you missed it, be sure to attend the next one, and bring the family!

Last month Local 810 Officers, Shop Stewards and proud members participated in the Labor Day parade in NYC.  It was a great way to show support for Labor in this city and our country.  We walked up 5th Ave to the cheers, smiles and waves of men, women and children standing on the sidewalks. Join us next year!

Our President Mike Smith made it into his local paper and we couldn’t be any prouder for not only what he does for this Union and it members, but also for his family and our country as well.

Great job, Mike!

Since New York Central opened in 1905, it has become a destination for artists and designers from around the world. Renowned artists like Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Jean-Michel Basquia, Willem de Kooning, and Cecily Brown bought their supplies there. This past Friday, after 111 years of serving generations of downtown artists, students and teachers, New York Central Art Supply Inc. has closed it’s doors.  Local 810 has represented workers at NY Central for decades.  Shop Steward Kelly Hunt has been leading this dedicated work force for more than twenty years.  Over the last few years the company has been on a decline due to online and chain store competition that lead to dwindling sales. Recently they also lost their month-to-month lease for the building which caused the family-owned business to decide to close its doors.  

Although this is the end of an era, the hard working staff at NY Central and their dedicated service will never be forgotten.  Many are now looking for new employment and Local 810 is assisting them in sending their resumes to other Union represented work sites.  These men and women have a variety of skills and experience and can offer a tremendous amount to any employer.  If you have any leads or know of any jobs that are looking for hard working staff, please contact us at info@local810.org.  Thank you.

Mike Smith – President, Local 810 IBT

Attached below are two notices for posting from the Election Supervisor, the Notice of Election and a second Notice Regarding the IBT Officer Candidate Forum.

Notice of Election ENGLISH 8.23.16

Notice of Election SPANISH 8.23.16

Second Candidate Forum Posting SPANISH 8.30.16

Second Candidate Forum Posting ENGLISH 8.30.16