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We Can Help
Union members working at AmCane are encouraged to attend a casual meeting in the break room on Thursday, January 23, 2020 to discuss next steps.
Questions? Call Alejandra at 1-800-321-6406 extension #8619. #ufcw876
2020 Academic, Textbook Scholarships & Student Debt Relief Awards
876 members in good standing (any age) and/or their dependents are encouraged to apply for one of 15 awards: five $2,000 academic scholarships; five $500 textbook scholarships and five $1,000 student debt relief awards.
Submittals will be accepted both by hard copy, download here or online here. Full details included in both documents.
Deadline to submit is Thursday, April 30, 2020 by 4:30 p.m.
January Bulletin
The Bulletin for January is on its way to your workplace with important information regarding the union scholarship; Steward Lunch & Learn Series; Building Our Communities - Together; Pension Open House schedule, Member Raffles and Free College. Get your copy in your break room or from your union, membership represenatative.
Steward Lunch & Learn
Union Stewards are encourage to attend the Lunch & Learn workshops scheduled to take place early spring, all over the state. It's an educational day with plenty of interactive learning, Q & A, visuals and take-home materials, coupled with raffles, give-aways and plenty of friendship and networking. Be the resource of contractual guidance at work - attend this workshop!
Invitations are included in the December Steward Edition mailed 12/9/19. #876Stewards
Don't Risk Your Career Over a Quick Purchase
Every week, multiple reports arrive into the union hall; someone was suspended pending termination due to shopping on the clock which is a violation of most every company’s purchase policy.
Members have gotten comfortable with management, comfortable in their jobs, comfortable on night crew and comfortable watching other members do it. But make no mistake, there is no amount of work ethic, seniority or clean, work record that will get you off the hook of a purchase policy violation.
It is important to note as well, pulling sale items / mark-downs from the floor into storage / back room, to “hold them” until you can purchase them on the clock is also a violation of the purchase policy.
Don't Ring Out on Anyone's Register
Making a purchase on any member’s assigned u-scan or register is a violation of the purchase policy and will result in immediate suspension pending termination.
Be sure you have read and know your employer’s purchase policy. When making a purchase do it off
the clock and use your rewards card, if applicable.
876 Retiree Club is Open to New Members
Union friendships don't have to end once you retire. Join the UFCW 876 Retiree Club for continuing education, travel and friendship. Send an e-mail to President Wiley for additional information at info@ufcw876 or drop into a monthly meeting at the union hall - first Wednesday of every month at 11:00 a.m. Please share this post with your retired friends. Download to share the letter here. .#ufcw876 #ufcw #FarmerJack #Chatham #GreatScott #AandP #Wrigleys #MontgomeryWard #RayFoods #Hygrade 🙌
P.M.L.A. & Your Union Contract
Have questions regarding Michigan's new law, Paid Medical Leave Act? Here's a brief video that explains how the law has been modified by legislative interests so it no longer serves working Michigan. But don't worry, you've got a union contract that guarantees your benefits and medical leave protections.
- 876 Member Advantage Series 2020
*You must be a member in good standing of UFCW Local 876 to attend member events and to participate in member programs.
Download the complete Member Advantage Series 2020 here!
UFCW 876 is taking every opportunity to provide a variety of discounted adventures and workshops both educational and for networking. These events encourage open discussion and lively conversation with your union representatives and executive staff. Membership pop-ups are also being planned throughout the year and will be announced on Facebook and Bulletins.
Member Advantage Series 2020
Let 876 help put the pieces together!
Join UFCW 876 for one of many fun, family-friendly adventures in the coming year. Each event is significantly discounted, and includes many added perks and surprises. Download and print here.
Wolverine Meat Packing
Member Raffle DrawGet in the drawing!
Eligible members can enter the drawings scheduled for January 2020 by visiting their union representative during scheduled union lunch breaks. PC South on Mondays; PC North on Fridays and Lamb & Veal on Wednesdays. Download and share the flyer here.
2020 Pension Open Houses
Let 876 help put the pieces together!
Join UFCW 876 Pension Specialist Aaron Cary during one of 11 pension open houses in 2020 and find out when and how you can collect your pension. These open houses are free to members and provide assistance with pension forms, payment options and health care benefits. Bring your spouse. Download and share a flyer here.
More Member Perks
Union Scholarship Awards Plus NEW! Student Debt Relief Awards
2020 dates have been set!
876 will be rolling out the 2020 Academic and Textbook Scholarship applications along with Student Debt Relief awards beginning the week of January 6, 2020. Watch this site, our Facebook as well as any union, membership representative for an application. Other important dates:
Week of January 6 - application availability.
Deadline to submit: April 30, 2020.
Announcements: June 8, 2020.
FREE online college! Seriously, it's totally free.
UFCW Free College BenefitThe UFCW Free College Benefit ensures that UFCW members and their families do not have to pay out of pocket for any tuition, fees or e-books at Eastern Gateway Community College—resulting in cost savings of thousands of dollars!
The Free College Benefit covers any amount for tuition, fees or books that is not covered by federal or employer education grants.
Children (or stepchildren), grandchildren (or step-grandchildren), spouses, domestic partners, and financial dependents of UFCW members are eligible for the UFCW Free College Benefit. Retired UFCW members are also eligible.
FREE, 2020 pension assistance workshops
Join us the third Wednesday of every month from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Find out when and how you can collect your pension with great assistance! UFCW 876 members are encouraged to attend a free pension assistance open house.
January 15
February 19
March 18
April 15
May 20
June 17
July 15
August 19
September 16
October 21
November 18
No workshop for December
UFCW 876 union hall, 876 Horace Brown Drive, Madison Heights, MI 48071
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Retiree Club
Friends, Education and Adventure
The Retiree Club is one of the largest in the nation. Annual events, educational and group travel keep the union hall filled with friendship, networking and fun. The club meets the first Wednesday of every month at 11 a.m. All retired 876 members are eligible to join the club for only $1 a month. E-mail your interest to join at info@ufcw876.org.
Union Plus Programs
You work hard, and at Union Plus, we work hard for you. Since 1986, we’ve been supporting union members and their families through life’s celebrations, hardships, and everything in between. Check it out for great discounts from mortgages to movie tickets.
Get Your G.E.D.
UFCW members can take General Equivalency Diploma (GED) classes for free through Essential GED.
This GED program offers a customized learning plan, so that you’ll be able to successfully prepare yourself to pass the GED test, regardless of when you last went to school.
This program also allows you to study at your own pace – all classes are self-guided and can be completed from your phone or tablet.
If you are interested in using this benefit, please complete and submit the form on this page. It may take a few days to verify your UFCW membership. However, once confirmed, you’ll receive an email that explains how to login and begin taking free online GED classes.
At this time, this benefit is only available to UFCW members and retirees.
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact the UFCW education helpdesk at education@ufcw.org.
Components of the Union
People that protect workers' hard-earned rights.
Finding Your Member Representative
Advocates in Your Workplace
The union has a staff of member representatives who are your advocate in the workplace. They know your contract and are on duty 24/7 to protect your job and to maintain a fair work environment. You can find your member representative by calling 1-800-321-6406 and using the extensions listed below or by e-mail. Download the new member brochure here.
Clark, Joe #8669
Nathan Clark #8674
Crim, Bill #8615
Dziubinski,Jessie #8659
Hill, Elaine #8664
Elaine.Hill@ufcw876.orgLaBeau, Jerry #8681
Freund, Marc #8682
McClanahan, Dawn #8676
Michael, Steven #8671
Morrison, John #8618
John.Morrison@ufcw876.org
Bill Phipps #8672Alejandra Ruiz #8619
Pam Serour #8626
Teske, Rob #8623
Thomas, Margaritte #8643
Stephanie Villalpando #8629
Stephanie.Villalpando@ufcw876.org
Contractual Language Means What?!
Contracts Are Your Written Guarantee
There are nearly 50 different contracts reflecting over 18,000+ union members in 876. Although very detailed, a quick review reveals basic compondents: coverage, grievance procedure, paid time off, vacations, seniority, wages, hours and schedules. This language is your guarantee to a fair and safe work environment.
MIUFCW
Your Health Insurance Coverage Is Important
Not every employer participates with the Michigan UFCW Unions & Employers Health & Welfare Fund, also called just the "Fund." This plan's administrative office manages medical, dental, vision, time loss and pre-paid legal inquiries and programs. You can call them at 1-800-322-8190 or visit them here.
2020
Retirement Guidance Free to Members
The Time is Right to Plan Your Retirement
The union provides free financial guidance to every member and their spouse through the Financial Wellness Center located in the union hall. Pension assistance workshops are scheduled for January 15, February 19, March 18, April 15, May 20, June 17, July 15, August 19, September 16, October 21, and November 18 from 6 - 8 p.m. in the union hall; or call Aaron Cary to arrange a private meeting at 1-800-321-6406 extension 8645.
General Membership Meetings
2020 Tentative Schedule
All general membership meetings are open to eligible UFCW 876 members. At these meetings, union representatives review the actions of the executive board, present updates, and address member's questions. Meeting dates and time are subject to change. Meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. Members are encouraged to verify dates and times here. Next meeting is December 10, 2019. 2020 meetings are tentatively scheduled as follows:
Tuesdays: March 10 - June 9 - September 8- December 1
UFCW 876 Worker Organizing
Don't let your hard work go unrecognized. Get a voice in the workplace, contact our organizing department at 1.888.485.9671.
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