By Tim Burke
City of Hemet Lead Water Distribution Operator
In 2010, my vision is to have a union that better communicates with members, employers and the community through greater involvement.
This is my vision and soon members in the Inland Region will gather on Saturday, Jan. 30, in Moreno Valley to bring all of our visions, hopes and aspirations together as we work to find solutions to the challenges we face.
By being involved with our union, we improve our ability to communicate and send a strong message about who we are, leading to a stronger and more positive union presence in the workplace and the community.
Participation is simple, whether it’s at your work site, attending union meetings or helping out as Contract Action Team members during negotiations.
It can mean handling grievances to resolve work place issues or participating in union groups that reach a diverse membership such as our republican, lavender, African-American or Latino caucuses.
In my experience as a union member, communication has been our greatest challenge.
Communication starts with engagement and every member of this union has the opportunity to participate at any level.
By developing strong lines of communication between ourselves as union members, we will have a more successful union. Remember, good communication opens doors, tears down walls and allows us to be heard.
You’ve heard my vision. Now, what’s your vision for a stronger union?