PAC FUNDRAISER--SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2024
DECEMBER UNION MEETING FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6TH AT 6PM
HOLIDAY WITH SANTA 2024-- SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2024
RESERVATION FORMS WERE IN THE FALL 2024 NEWSLETTER. FOR QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT THE UNION OFFICE 708-449-0073.
TOYS FOR TOTS 2024
WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING TOYS FOR OUR ANNUAL TOYS FOR TOTS PROGRAM. WE HAVE DROP OFF BOXES IN OUR MAIN LOBBY AND THE UNION HALL. IF YOU ARE ABLE, PLEASE DONATE UNWRAPPED GIFTS (NO STUFFED ANIMALS) TO CHILDREN IN NEED.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
RICHARD "MAC" MC COY SCHOLARSHIP 2024 WINNERS
THE SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS FROM THE VETERANS LUNCHEON ARE
FRANCISCO J. BIESIADA
SON OF JAMES A. BIESIADA JR.
ANNE C. BRAZEL
DAUGHTER OF JAMES P. BRAZEL
DYLAN J. PETREY
SON OF ROGER D. PETREY
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE WINNERS AND BEST OF LUCK TO THEM!!
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" BLAST ALERTS"
Local 73 offers "Blast Alerts". These are e-mails sent directly to you to notify you of important Union updates, like pickets, rallies, current events, etc. Your e-mail address is kept in-house and will never be sold to outside companies. However, you must sign up to receive the alerts. It is a very simple process.
1- Send an e-mail to alerts@smw73.org
2- Simply put on the subject line "Blast Alerts"
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If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Union office at 708-449-0073
VETERANS DAY LUNCHEON 2025-- TBD
VILLAGE OF HILLSIDE VETERANS DAY PARADE 2025--TBD
JAMES T. TRACY SCHOLARSHIP FUND 2024 WINNERS
THE SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS FROM THE OCTOBER UNION MEETING ARE
MAX R. PALENIK SON OF MICHAEL L. PALENIK
JESSICA N. JURGENS DAUGHTER OF TIMOTHY JURGENS
PAULINA R. JANIKOWSKI DAUGHTER OF PIOTR JANIKOWSKI
MAXWELL METER SON OF GARY METER
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE WINNERS AND BEST OF LUCK TO THEM!!
2025 CFL CHICAGO LABOR DAY PARADE-- TBD
CBTC 84TH ANNUAL ALL FAITHS MEMORIAL MASS- TBD
More Info
CBTC ANNUAL DOLLARS AGAINST DIABETES SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT 2025- TBD
More Info
2024 LOCAL 73 OFFICER ELECTION RESULTS
ALLOCATION RESULTS ARE IN!!!
LOCAL 73 6TH ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF OUTING AND TOM BUREK MEMORIAL 2025- TBD
ALLOCATION VOTE 2025-TBD
More Info
LOCAL 73 OFFICER ELECTION-- TBD
DOWNTOWN ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE 2025- TBD
SHEET METAL WORKERS' LOCAL 73 NIGHT WITH THE CHICAGO WOLVES 2025 TBD
SMART Labels Are A Critical Safety Device
Union labels safeguard union jobs, wages, and benefits.
You know why safety gear is important and how it protects you from workplace hazards. You should also note that the union labels protect you too. They’re a different kind, yet vital, protective device.
Wearing a hard hat on the job isn’t an option. Using the labels, and benefiting from the protection they provide, isn’t optional either.
2023 CONTRACT VOTE RESULTS
2025 MAYDAY 5K-- TBD
2024 STAMP OUT HUNGER- TBD
RETIREE'S CLUB OFFICERS
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE RETIREE'S CLUB OFFICERS ELECTED AT THE MARCH 2022 MEETING
VICE PRESIDENT- WES REPPLE
RECORDING SECRETARY- JIM SABIE
EXECUTIVE BOARD- BOB ZOGATA, HAROLD SMITH, JIM HAGERTY AND DENNIS ILIFF
ALL OTHER OFFICERS WILL BE VOTED ON IN 2023.
RIP THOMAS W. BUREK
We are saddened of the passing of our former President and Business Manager Thomas W. Burek.. May he rest in peace.
WHAT'S AT STAKE!
A MESSAGE FROM SMOHIT
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON COVID STRESS AND COPING
GOV. PRITZKER TO FILE FOR STATEWIDE ELIGIBILITY FOR SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION LOANS
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ON THE CHICAGO FEDERATION OF LABOR PROTOCOL FOR THE COVID-19
THESE ARE THE PROTOCOLS AS OF MARCH 16, 2020. THEY ARE UPDATED AS EVOLVING GUIDANCE IS RECEIVED. CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW.
SMART COVID-19 RESOURCES FOR UNION MEMBERS
PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION
https://smartunion.org/news/smart-cov-id-resources-for-union-members/
OUR VOICES WERE HEARD, IRAPS EXCLUDED FROM CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING CORONAVIRUS-- GUIDANCE FOR INDIVIDUALS AND HOUSEHOLDS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING CORONAVIRUS-- FACT SHEET
ANNUITY SEMINAR- POSTPONED NEW DATE TBD
Join us & gain information on the benefits available to you through your Annuity Plan. We'll have individuals in attendance from Fidelity Investments & the Fund Office.
More information to follow!
PENSION SEMINAR--TBD
Special Discount Offer on the Chicago Sun-Times
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Brothers and Sisters of Local 73,
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Stand Up! Look Out!
Stand up and look out for yourself and your fellow sheet metal workers!
I Want SMART Audio Download
The Mid Season I Want SMART Audio file is ready for use. Download or listen to the file.
Download File (MP3)
Sign Up to Receive Email Alerts
Would you like to receive important Union information by e-mail? Join our email list!
We now offer "Blast Alerts" that notify you of important Union updates like pickets, rallies, and current events.
To join our email list and start receiving Blast Alerts, simply email alerts@smw73.org with the subject line "Subscribe."
You can opt out at any time by clicking the same link and putting "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.
Your e-mail address is kept in-house and will never be sold to outside companies.
Personalized Paver Bricks For Sale
Sheet Metal Workers Local #73 Veterans' Committee is still selling paver bricks for a walk around our flag pole.
We already have some bricks installed and are planning on installing more bricks now that the warm weather is here.
Bricks are $50 each and can accommodate up to three lines, with 13 characters per line.
These commemorative bricks are a great way to show your union pride or honor a veteran or loved one.
License Plates Are Available
Sheet Metal Workers International Association License Plates are available.
By purchasing Sheet Metal Workers International Association License Plates, you will contribute to the Sheet Metal Workers International Association of Illinois Fund, to be used for charitable purposes sponsored by Illinois local chapters of the Sheet Metal Workers International Association.
Sheet Metal Workers International Association license plates are multi-year and may be displayed on passenger vehicles, trucks and vans weighing 8,000 pounds or less and sport utility vehicles.