June 28, 2013 online at www.uawlocal2250.com
From Chairman Mike Bullock: Wednesday was another historic moment in Wentzville Assembly Center history. The addition of a third stamping press allows us to produce more hoods, fenders, doors, etc. for our existing van and for our new product. An addition of a press further secures the future for everyone working here. After lengthy discussions with maintenance and the union, management has agreed to re-commission 12 HVAC units throughout the plant during the shutdown. They will all be online and operational when we return July 29. The UAW Workcenter will be open during the downtime. Our number is 636-327-2250. I hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable time off.
The Women’s Committee would like to thank everyone for their support of the Habitat House, Women Build 2013 project. Once again, the build dates are Wednesday July 17 and 24 and the times are 8 am to noon and noon to 4 pm. The house will be built in the Enclaves at Eisenhower, address of 110 Clinton Court (St. Peters). You will help make a deserving family very happy with your labor.
NO Union meeting in July.
The Veterans Committee is having a get together lunch at Stefaninas in Wentzville Friday, July 19 from 12:30 – 3:00 pm. All are welcome – veterans and non-veterans. You can buy off the menu.
From the Benefits Department:
Beginning July 1, the new administrator for outpatient physical therapy benefits will be TheraMatrix Physical Therapy Network (TPTN). If you receive a prescription for outpatient physical therapy, please contact TPTN to locate the nearest provider by calling 1-888-638-8786 or going online to www.theramatrix.comand using the provider directory search.
Chrysler has reversed course on their decision to ignore the NHTSA’s request for a recall of 2.7 million Jeep Grand Cherokees and Libertys for the risk of fire from rear end collisions due to fuel tank placement, although not entirely. The plan, which NHTSA has blessed, is to take 1.56 million of the vehicles and install trailer hitches to those vehicles that don’t have factory hitches and replace aftermarket ones. Attempting to cover themselves from future liabilities, Chrysler said in a letter to NHTSA, “The trailer hitch cannot, and will not, mitigate the risk of the high-energy rear collisions identified in your recall request letter.” Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said, “I don’t think anybody in America can criticize us.
The idea that we didn’t do enough or that Chrysler didn’t do enough is nonsense. It goes against everything we believe in. They proposed a fix and they are doing a fix. We believe the fix will keep people safe.”
It promises to be another hot St. Louis summer, so it’s time to think about having a safe and enjoyable time outside while observing some important safety reminders:
Keep Hydrated – The human body’s defense against overheating is perspiration. Evaporation of sweat produced by the body provides needed cooling. Unfortunately, you can perspire at a rate rapid enough to deplete the amount of liquid needed in your body. Drinking fluids containing electrolytes replaces the fluids your body needs and chemicals lost.
Have a Cool-down Zone – During periods of hot and humid weather, the body’s natural ability to cool itself is reduced. A “Cool-down” zone – like a shady tree or large umbrella – is important in providing an atmosphere of cooler temperatures and lower humidity. These conditions allow the body the ability to dissipate heat more effectively through perspiration.
Plan for Sun Protection– Apply sunscreen 20-30 minutes before going outside and use sunscreen every day, even when it’s cloudy or hazy. At the pool or beach reapply sunscreen often even if it says it’s waterproof. Wear a hat to shade your face, and limit your time in the sun from 10 a.m. to 4p.m., when the sun’s rays are the strongest.
Protect Children and Pets– Leaving young ones or pets in your car for “just a minute” on a hot day can have tragic results. In the summer months, one child dies every four days after being left in an unattended car. When cars are parked at home outside, make sure doors stay locked to keep children from climbing inside while playing and becoming trapped.
Make sure you and your family have a safe, healthy and happy summer. Enjoy your time off and PLAY IT SAFE!
A special shout out to another proud father, body shop team leader Hezekiah Hooks Jr., whose son Quentin Hooks is seeking re-election to the Lieutenant Governor position of Missouri Boys State. Quentin’s speech at a recent joint party rally was the highlight of the day as he received several standing ovations.
Tom Brune
UAW/GM Communications Coordinator
Wentzville Assembly
636-327-2119
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