FALL/WINTER 2019Vol. 6, No. 3

BusinessManager’sLetterFrom James F. Coyne

Greetings Brothers and Sisters,

For Plumbers Local 130, the past year has been a busy and productive one. We have been defining the future of Local 130 by implementing new technology, reno-vating learning centers, taking care of the health of our members and their families and expanding the Plumbers 911 program. Planning today will prepare us to be ready for the future.

Our Local 130 Wellness and Vision Cen-ter is up and running to protect the health of our plumbers and their families. Many are taking advantage of the zero co-pay, zero deductibles and prescription drugs that are available for no charge.

For our January 14, 2020 monthly mem-bership meeting we will be broadcasting in

real time to the Joliet and Volo facilities so that members will no longer have to travel to Chicago to attend the meetings. You will have immediate union information avail-able to you.

Plans are underway to renovate the Joliet Training Center. The Joint Appren-ticeship Committee (JAC) trustees have decided to build an advanced, state of the art facility on their property similar to that of the Chicago Training Center. This mod-ern facility will put our apprentices on the cutting edge of the newest plumbing tech-nology so that all graduates will be the best skilled plumbers available.

The Plumbers 911 program is moving forward. We have added new sponsorships to increase our presence in the market

share with a common goal to re-claim ser-vice work that has gone to the non-union contractors.

We succeed and thrive based on how each and every member participates and supports Plumbers Local 130.

Please continue to read through the newsletter for current news and informa-tion concerning Local 130 UA. Please mark your calendar for our 65th Chicago St. Pat-rick’s Day Parade which will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2020.

I wish you and your family a Happy New Year filled with good health, prosperity and steady employment.

In Solidarity,

THE PRESENTDEFINES THE FUTURE

IN THIS ISSUE:• WellnessandVisionCenterUpdates,CountryFinancialUpdate-p.2• PensionandWelfareOfficeUpdates-p.3• 65thAnnualQueenContest-p.3• Plumbers911FifthThirdArenaSponsorship-p.4• Plumbers911ContractorsMeeting-p.4• Plumbers911UAMeeting-p.5• TurkeyRaffle–November12thmeeting-p.6-7• ASSE–November12that3:00pm,ChicagoTrainingCenter-p.6-7• FootballSmoker–November3rd-p.8-9• Retiree’sLuncheon–August26,2019-p.10• BoyScoutsMeritBadges-p.11• WorldPlumbingConference-p.11• JAC2020ApprenticeApplication-p.12• 2020EducationalScholarships-p.13• RemindersfromtheUnionOffice-p.13• EmeraldSociety-p.14

•January14,2020–UnionMeeting•January19,2020–QueenContest•January30,2020–CornedBeefandCabbageDinner•February11,2020–UnionMeeting•March10,2020–UnionMeeting•March14,2020–ChicagoSt.Patrick’sDayParade•October10,2020–PlumberLocal130’s 125thYearCelebration

DATES TO REMEMBER:

• JayWilliamsKick-offCampaign-p.14• APlumberYouShouldKnow-p.15• ParadeInvitation-p.15-16• CityofChicago–PlumbingLicenseExamDates-p.16

IN THIS ISSUE: continued

WHAT’S NEW AT THE PLUMBERS VISION CENTERThe Plumbers Local 130 UA Vision Center was proud to welcome the Women of 130 for a special “Manicure and Mimosas” event.

Each attendee had a full eye exam, a light breakfast, mimosas with fresh fruit and a manicure while they selected new stylish frames made by State Optical Co. right here in Chicago. We enjoyed “framing the faces of the ladies of 130.” In addition, each plumber received a gift bag along with a dry-fit safety yellow t-shirt to be worn on the job site. Everyone had a great day “framing the faces of the ladies of 130.”

Dr. Bob, Dr. Luke, Jennifer and Maggie were on hand to answer any eye related questions. Remember, your vision benefits go further at the vision center. Each member receives an additional $100.00 reimbursement from the fund office if your individual out-of-pocket spend is $100.00 or more up to $500.00 per family. For an appointment, please call 312-888-9999.

Member Matilde Ramirez.

WHAT'S NEW AT THE PLUMBERS'WELLNESS AND VISION CENTERS

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Policy loans and withdrawals decrease the cash value and face amount of the policy. The decision to purchase life insurance should be primarily based on a need for the death benefit. Life insurance is not an investment and is not appropriate as a replacement for retirement savings accumulation.

WHAT’S NEW AT THE PLUMBERS WELLNESS CENTERMESSAGEFROMDRTREVOR: I wholeheartedly recommend the flu shot and all vaccines for anyone without medical reason

not to be vaccinated. At the Wellness Center, we have plenty of flu vaccines indicated for 4 year olds or older, and plenty of other essential vaccines. Please call to make your appointment today. (312-421-1016)

Look For Upcoming Promotions:

• For all those that have an appointment in the Health center in the month of January, you will be placed in a drawing for a month of healthy meal delivery from FRESHLY MEALS.

• At the February Union meeting, Wellness center staff will be present taking blood pressures. Those that have their blood pressure checked will be placed into a raffle to win an automatic blood pressure cuff.

Dr. Bob Steinmetz (left), Dr. Luke (right) and the ladies of #130.

Pension and Welfare Benefit OfficeBy: JOSEPH OHM, FUND ADMINISTRATOR

The Board of Trustees of the Plumbers Welfare Fund, Local 130, U.A . has made the following changes to the “Active Plan” of benefits:

1. ExcludedCoverage-ExpensesRelatedto GeneTherapy

Effective May 9, 2019, any and all expenses related to gene therapy services and treatment, including Zolgensma, a gene therapy treatment, are excluded from coverage under the Active Plan.

Gene therapy typically involves replacing a gene that causes a medical problem with one that does not, adding genes to help the body fight or treat disease, or inactivating genes that cause medical problems. Gene therapy expenses, including Zolgensma, are also excluded from the Active Plan’s prescription drug benefit.

PLUMBERS’WELFAREFUND-RETIREEPLAN

In addition, the Board of Trustees of the Plumbers Welfare Fund, Local 130, UA has made the following changes to the “RetireePlan" of benefits:

1. NEW!!DependentChildrenCoverageAdded

Effective January 1, 2020, Retirees may enroll their Depen-dent Child into the Pre-Medicare benefit of the Retiree Plan, subject to the following conditions:

1. A Dependent Child(ren) is a child under the age of 26 years who is one of the following to the Retiree:

• A natural child,• A legally adopted child,

• A child placed for adoption with the Retiree,• A child listed as a Retiree’s alternate recipient in a

Qualified Medical Child Support Order (QMCSO),• A child (by blood or marriage) for whom a Retiree has

legal guardianship,• A foster child, or• A step-child (i.e., the natural or legally adopted child

of your current spouse).

The cost to enroll one Dependent Child is $141.86 per month while the total monthly cost for two or more Depen-dent Children is $283.72.

2. ExcludedCoverage-ExpensesRelatedto GeneTherapy

Effective May 9, 2019, any and all expenses related to gene therapy services and treatment, including Zolgensma, a gene therapy treatment, are excluded from coverage under the Retiree Plan.

3. ImmediateRe-entryintotheRetireePlan FollowingProhibitedEmployment

Effective May 9, 2019, in the event a Retiree’s benefit is re-stored under the Plumbers’ Pension Fund, the Pension Fund Technical Engineering Division, Local 130, UA, or another applicable pension plan related to employment with an Affil-iated Employer following a period of prohibited employment, the eligibility of the Retiree and any Spouse or Dependent Child shall be immediately reinstated.

LookingfortheNewParadeQueenJames F. Coyne, General Chairman of the 2020 St. Patrick’s Day Parade, announced plans for a city wide search for Chicago’s fairest Colleen. She will represent the Chicago Irish community as the Queen of the 2020 Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

EntryInformationAny girl of Irish ancestry, never married, 18-28 years old, is eligible to enter the contest.

Contestfinals will be held Sunday, January 19, 2020, in the Chicago Journeymen Plumbers Hall, 1340 W. Washington Blvd., Chicago, Illinois 60607. Deadline for entries is January 13, 2020.

Formoreinformationseeourwebsite:www.chicagostpatricksdayparade.org

65th ANNUAL QUEEN CONTESTSUNDAY, JANUARY 19, 2020

MadelineMitchell2019St.Patrick’sDayQueen

The next time you are at the Fifth Third Ice Arena, please look for the Plumbers 911 pres-ence in the building. New Dasherboards are up in their two rinks, and the digital billboard is up and running next to the Fifth Third Ice Arena on the I-290 expressway.

Signage in up in the restrooms and halls in between the restrooms. The remaining signs are nearly completed and should be up in December.

Business Manager, James F. Coyne.

The Plumbers 911 Contractors meeting was held on Oc-tober 1, 2019. Twenty contractors were in attendance to dis-cuss how far we have come since our launch in April 2016 and brain storm new ideas and strategies for the program.

Dashboarders at Fifth Third Ice Arena. Digital billboard on I-290.

Plumbers 911 - New Sponsorshipwith Fifth Third Arena

Plumbers 911 Contractors Meeting

Ryan Lange, Entercom, Kenneth Kelledy, Terry Plumbing, Patrick Mc-Carthy, Recording Secretary, Business Manager, James F. Coyne, Nick Fiorani, Entercom and Kelly Castrogiovanni, Terry Plumbing.

Business Manager James F. Coyne and Tom Bigley, UA Director of Plumbing.

UA Business Managers that attended the meeting.

Business Manager, James F. Coyne Business Manager, James F. Coyne

On July 30th, Local 130 welcomed Tom Bigley, Director of Plumbing and UA Business Managers from all over the country to review the Plumbers 911 program. They discussed operating costs, marketing strategies and call centers. Everyone left rejuve-nated with new ideas to implement.

UA Plumbers 911 Meeting

November Meeting - “Turkey Raffle & ASSE Product Show” 27th Annual Apprenticeship Contest Awards Ceremony

On Tuesday, November 12th Plumbers Local130’s monthly meeting was held at the Chicago Hall. More than 800 members attended to honor our Apprentice winners and their contrac-tors. Prior to the meeting at the Chicago Training Center, ven-dor’s setup displays for the annual American Society of Sani-tary Engineers Products Show (ASSE). These displays show the most current plumbing components that are recommended to ensure the reliability and safety of plumbing systems.

Jack Vebber from C.J. Erickson Plumbing Company was rec-ognized as Local130’s #1 plumbing apprentice. The State of Illinois competition will be in March 2020.

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CONGRATULATIONSTOThEFOLLOWINGAPPRENTICESANDThEIRCONTRACTORS:

1STPLACE: Jack Vebber - C. J. Erickson Plumbing Company

2NDPLACE: Evan Dunlap - Adamson Plumbing Contractors, Inc.

3RDPLACE: Christopher Wallace - F.E. Moran, Inc.

4ThPLACEWINNERS:Luke BieleckiJose CalderonBrian GillespieDaniel JordanJoseph LeiteltTimothy ScarleskiMatthew SeleskyCody ThiesseJacob BowsmanPatrick GarrityMarc GoodinTimothy KendrickLuke OliverKristopher SchomigNicholas StotzLancelot Wilson

Business Manager, James F. Coyne, Jack Vebber, First Place Winner of the Apprentice Contest, Matt Erickson, owner of C. J. Erickson Plumbing Company and Jim Majerowicz, Training Director of the JAC.

Business Manager, James F. Coyne, Christopher Wallace, Third Place Winner of the Apprentice Contest, Steve Mandarino, Superintendent of F E Moran, Inc. and Jim Majerowicz, Training Director of the JAC.

Business Manager, James F. Coyne,Evan Dunlap, 2nd Place Winner of the Apprentice Contest and Jim Majerowicz, Training Director of the JAC.

Jim Majerowicz, President of Local 130, James J. Coyne, Business Manager James F. Coyne and Neil Schelhammer.Jim Majerowicz, President of Local 130, James J. Coyne, Business Jim Majerowicz, President of Local 130, James J. Coyne, Business

ASSE Product Show. ASSE Product Show.

Annual Football SmokerPolitical Action Committee

On Sunday, November 3rd Plumbers Local 130 hosted their annual “Bears Football Smoker Political Action Fundraiser” at the Stephen M. Bailey Auditorium. There were 1,200 tickets available and, as in previous years, all were sold. Although the Bears lost, it was a great game and everyone enjoyed themselves by meeting new friends and eating plenty of food.

Thank you to Mayor Lori Lightfoot, Speaker Mike Madigan and other elected officials for attending the event. Congratulations to:

•GrandPrizeWinner($10,000)-JohnDoherty • 2ndPrizeWinner($2,500)-CharlieMesimore •Withanadditional20winners,eachreceiving$130.00

Business Manager, James F. Coyne and John D’Amico, Political Director.Business Manager, James F. Coyne and Mayor Lori Lightfoot.

Speaker Michael Madigan, Business Manager, James F. Coyne, Mayor Lori Lightfoot, Senator Cristina Castro and John D’Amico, Political Director for Local 130.

Senator Cristina Castro, Court member Maura Carr. 2019 Parade Queen Madeline Mitchell, Kimberly Neely Du Buclet, Commissioner for Water Rec Dept. Madeleine Sherrier, Court Member and Mayor Lori Lightfoot.

Retiree Denny Kelly, Business Manager, James F. Coyne, Michele Scaccia- Coyne and Jack Kelly.

Business Manager, James F. Coyne with Coyne family.

Business Manager, James F. Coyne, Geraldine Coyne and James J. Coyne.

AUGUST 26TH RETIREE LUNCHEONThe luncheon was held at the hall with over 300 retirees

and spouses in attendance. Buses were supplied at all the satellite locations bringing everyone here for the luncheon.

James F. Coyne, Business Manager discussed the benefits of the Wellness Center; no co-pay, no deductible and a list of over 50 generic drugs available free of charge. Joe Ohm gave a virtual tour of the Wellness Center. Dr. Baas talked about the additional $100.00 credit you receive when you purchase a pair of glasses from the Vision Center.

On July 8th and October 8th, 2019 Plumbers Local 130 hosted Scouts from the Chicagoland area, which consists of Cook County, a small area of DuPage and Will counties, as well as a small area of Northwest Indiana. These young men arrived early and were welcomed by James M. Majerowicz, Instructor and Training Director of the Chicago Training Center. At the July event, Scouts received their welding merit badges and at the October event, Scouts received their plumbing merit badges. These events were successful because of Plumbers Local 130’s instructors, apprentices and the support of John Baethke, of Baethke and Son Plumbing. John Baethke stated, “It was great to work with the youth of Chicagoland. The young men and women who are introduced to our trade through the Scout’s Plumbing Merit Badge will hopefully be future plumbers and continue to build on the foundation I am leaving behind.” James M. Majerowicz stated, “We walked away with a feeling that these Scouts earned their Merit Badges. It was a meaningful experience for all of us.”

Boy Scouts Welcomed to Chicago’sTraining Center Merit Badge Program

World Plumbing ConferenceSeptember 11-13, 2019

Left to right: Craig Thomas, John Yock, Carol Thomas, John Baethke, Jim Majerowicz, Maria Strzepka, Scott Hoffman, Sue Hoffman, Business Manager, James F. Coyne, Michelle McCarthy, Michelle Coyne and Patrick McCarthy.

This year the World Plumbing Conference was held in Melbourne, Australia in September. The attendees were: Business Manager, James F. Coyne, Patrick McCarthy; Recording Secretary, Jim Majerowicz; Training Director, John Yock; Instructor at our Joliet Training Center, Craig W. Thomas; Warren F. Thomas Plumbing, M. Scott Hoff-man; Fettes, Love and Sieben and John Baethke; John Baethke and Son Plumbing.

Besides attending the conference, they were also there for the opening of Australia’s new training center. Much information was shared and new friendships were made.

Plumbers’ Joint Apprenticeship Committee, Local 130 UA 2020 APPRENTICESHIP APPLICATIONS

Plumbers’ JAC Local 130, UA will be accepting applications for admission to the Plumbing Apprenticeship Program at:

REGISTRATION FEE: $25.00 NON-REFUNDABLE (NO CASH OR PERSONAL CHECKS WILL BE ACCEPTED) Methods of Payment: 1. Money Order or Cashier’s Check payable to: Plumbers’ JAC Local 1302. MasterCard or Visa Credit/Debit Card (a convenience fee will be added to your transaction)

REQUIREMENTS:

QUALIFICATIONS:

*Optional: If you wish to purchase the Test Taking Tip Book for $10.00, your total will be $35.00 in the

form of a money order or cashier’s check or $35.00 plus a convenience fee if paying by card.

You must apply in person AND you must bring the following items:• Completed Application (if downloaded). Hardcopy applications will be available at all registration sites• Your valid driver’s license• Your Birth Certificate or valid U.S. Passport• Proof of Completion of High School:

• Original High School Diploma OR• G.E.D. Certificate OR• Sealed Official High School Transcripts OR• College Diploma WITH Transcripts OR• Copy of Veteran DD214

• $25.00 non-refundable application fee• Current or Expired Apprentice Plumbing License (if applicable)

1. Must read, write and speak the English language2. Must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent3. Pass an aptitude test4. Pass a drug screen including marijuana5. Pass a physical exam6. Pass an agility test7. Applicants must always possess a valid driver’s license8. Must be at least 18 years of age (Applicants who are 17 years of age may apply provided he or she

will be 18 years of age prior to being registered by the JAC)

THERE ARE ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS LISTED ABOVE

Applicants submitting the required documents at the time of registration will be given all the information where and when to appear for the aptitude test. Drug screen, physical, and physical agility test information will be provided if and when invited to a pre-orientation meeting.

At the time of indenture, you must: - Have a valid Driver’s license -Have a reliable form of transportation - Pass a drug test

Application Documents are Downloadable at: www.jac130.org/apprenticeship PLEDGE OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY IN APPRENTICESHIP

The Trust Fund for Apprentice and Journeyman Education and Training, Local 130 U.A. will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older. The Trust Fund for Apprentice and Journeyman Education and Training, Local 130 UA will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.

CHICAGO: 1400 W. Washington Boulevard Chicago, IL 60607 (Cross Streets Washington Blvd & Loomis)

NOTE: ALL DATES, REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE

January 21st through February 20th, 2020 Tuesday: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Wednesday: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Thursday: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Thursday Evenings: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

JOLIET: 2114 South I-80 Frontage Road Joliet, IL 60436

VOLO: 31855 North U.S. Highway 12 Volo, IL 60073

JAMES F. COYNE CHAIRMAN

CRAIG W. THOMAS CO-CHAIRMAN

JAMES M. MAJEROWICZ TRAINING DIRECTOR

STEPHEN M. BAILEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPIt is that time of year again when applications for the

Stephen M. Bailey Memorial Scholarship Awards will become available for the sons and daughters of Local 130 UA members graduating from high school in the spring of 2020.

If you are interested in applying for the Stephen M. Bailey Scholarship, go to our website, www.ualocal130.org. The application is posted as a fill-in form. You can also download, complete, and mail the completed application form to:

Stephen M. Bailey Memorial Scholarship Committee1340 West Washington Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois 60607

2020 Educational ScholarshipsMarch 31, 2020 is the deadline date for this year’s applica-

tions. Applications will not be accepted after this date. Should you have questions, please contact Lisa at (312) 421-1010, ext. 112 or via email at loakes@ualocal130.org.

Note: Each year, various union, plumbing and construction related organizations make educational scholarships avail-able to union members and their families. Please go to our website, click on scholarships for detailed information.

Snow is falling . . . summer and fall have left us. We have some exciting new things happening at the Local to tell you about:

We have completed the installation of the equipment needed to enable us to broadcast the monthly membership meetings to our Joliet and Volo offices. We anticipate beginning remote broadcasting for the January 2020 membership meeting. You will still be required to scan into the meetings the same as you do at the Chicago office to receive credit for attending and be eligible for raffles.

We are happy to announce the opening of the Local 130 “Union Pride” store at the Chicago office. We have selected a fabulous as-sortment of t-shirts branded with Local 130 artistic logos for your wardrobes! We will also be offering High-Vis Safety jackets, hooded sweatshirts, duck coats, travel mugs and mag flashlights to start. For the remote office locations, we will have order forms to facilitate ease of purchase for our members. Hours of operation for the Union Pride store will coincide with all union meetings and late night business hours. We expect the Union Pride store to be open by the first of the year.

Our website designer has been developing a mobile app specific to UA locals. The app will focus on a more-personalized messaging platform for members. Push notifications, forms, online dues paying, group and individual messaging. They are working on a rollout schedule for the app and we’ll keep you posted in their progress.

The UA will be sending out new UA Membership Cards for all members. We anticipate those cards to arrive here after the first of the year. We will send a notification to the membership as soon as they’re available. In the meantime, you may still use your existing UA card or your Local 130 identification card.

Just as a reminder, members can set up automatic monthly payments for window dues. This will help you avoid late fees that equate to a month and a half of dues. Please consult with your banking institution about how to create the automatic payments.

Please remember to always carry your Local 130 membership card and plumbing license with you on the job site. Business Agents routinely scan cards at the job sites to assure proper referrals are in place.

General Office InformationBy: KEN TURNQUIST, FINANCIAL SECRETARY TREASURER

CHICAGO OFFICE:1340 W. Washington Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois 60607

(312) 421-1010 • Fax (312) 421-9633Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Wednesday and Friday

7:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Thursday

WARRENVILLE OFFICE:28600 Bella Vista Pkwy., Ste. 2110, Warrenville, Illinois 60555

(630) 836-0100 • Fax (630) 393-0440Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday

JOLIET OFFICE:2114 I-80 South Frontage Road, Joliet, Illinois 60436

(815) 725-0278 • Fax (815) 725-0594Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday

VOLO OFFICE:31855 North U.S. Highway 12, Volo, Illinois 60073

(815) 759-5900 • Fax (815) 759-5978Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday

PLUMBERS LOCAL 130 OFFICE INFORMATION

PLEASE check our website: www.ualocal130.org

Jawaharial Omar Williams

Local 130MemberJay WilliamsKicks OffCampaign

Saturday, October 5th, Local 130

hosted a campaign kick-off to elect

10th District State Representative

Jawaharial Omar Williams, a 130

member. Among the honored

guests in attendance were Alder-

man Walter Burnett, Jr. and Secre-

tary of State Jesse White.

Emerald SocietyHonors James F. Coyne

Business Manager, James F. Coyne accepting the award.

On September 28, 2019 The Emerald Society of

Illinois at their 44th Annual Dinner Dance honored

James F. Coyne Business Manager of Plumbers

Local 130 and chairman of the Chicago St. Patrick’s

Day Parade Committee as the 2019 Emerald

Society Person of the Year.

Recently two full time instructors were hired by the Joint Apprenticeship Committee (JAC). Both of them are no strangers to our training center.

Wade Blocker started his Apprenticeship in July 2012. He took first place in the Plumbers JAC Third Year Apprentice Contest in June 2015 and in August 2016 he won the UA’s International Apprentice of the Year Contest in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Wade’s plaque hangs proudly in the halls of the Chicago Training Center alongside peers from prior years.

Wade accepted the position as a full time instructor in September. His prior work experience has been very advantageous to the apprentices as he challenges them daily to evolve into the best plumbers for Plumbers Local 130 UA.

Wade is married to his wife Krystal and they have five children.

Derek Vaughn has been an active member of Plumbers Local 130 UA since 2011. During the past three years, he has dedi-cated his time teaching the Chicago Training Centers fourth year apprentices in night classes as well as conducting both State of Illinois and City of Chicago license review classes at both the Chicago and Joliet Training Centers. Derek is moving Plumbers Local 130 forward in the evolution of new teaching techniques that are becoming critical in the information age we live in. He has implemented technology into the classroom settings by using tablets as a medium for plan reading and layouts. Derek is excited to share his skills and knowledge to all the apprentices.

In his spare time, Derek follows the Cubs, Bulls and Bears.

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A PARADE INVITATION TO RETIREES AND MEMBERSPlumbers Local 130 is the proud host of their 65th Annual Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade – PLEASE JOIN US!!!

On Saturday, March 14, 2020 the parade will kick off from Columbus Drive at Balbo North at 12:00 Noon. All members and their families can ride in a bus from the hall to the parade. Coffee and donuts will be at the hall in the morning, and food will be at the hall upon your return.

Call 312-421-1010 extension 122 and ask to have your name put on the Parade list. At that time you will receive additional information.

For Retirees, “Trollies” will take you from the hall to the Parade. You will stay on the trolley throughout the Parade, and at the end of the Parade, the trolley will return you to the hall. Please call the number listed above to reserve your seat.

If you are interested in being a “PARADE VOLUNTEER,” please contact Patrick McCarthy, Parade Coordinator at 312-421-1010 extension 115.

65 th Anniversary

Your chance to win 4 roundtrip tickets to Dublin, Ireland Courtesy of Aer Lingus

1 Ticket - $50 or 3 Tickets - $125

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Winner will be announced on January 30, 2020 • Winner need not be presentProceeds to benefit the Chicago St. Patricks Day Parade Committee. Some exclusions and blackout dates apply.

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CHICAGO ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE ANNUAL RAFFLE1 Ticket - $50 or 3 Tickets - $125

GRAND PRIZE - 4 ROUND TICKETS TO DUBLIN, IRELANDCourtesy of Aer LIngus (some Exclusions & Blackout Dates Apply)

2ND PRIZE - $500 Gift Certificate to Smith & Wollensky3RD PRIZE - 4 Blackhawk Tickets and a signed jersey4TH PRIZE - 4 Box Seat Tickets to 2020 White Sox Home Opener

Cash or Credit Cards accepted at Plumbers Local 130 Union Hall - 2nd Fl - Ask for Darlene or Lisa

Plumber’s Union Local 130 UA1340 W. Washington Blvd.Chicago, Illinois 60607

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Saturday, March 14, 2020PLEASE JOIN US

TO CELEBRATE THE65TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE

CHICAGO ST. PATRICK'S DAYPARADE & RIVER DYEING ~

CHICAGO PLUMBERSLOCAL 130

DYEING THE RIVER GREENFOR 65 YEARS!!!

2020 GRAND MARSHAL:

Fr. Thomas Hurley ofOld St. Pat's Church

&2020 GUESTS OF HONOR:Chicago Gaelic Park & the

Irish American Heritage Center

PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATIONAND TO PURCHASE/REGISTER FOR ALL THINGS PARADE!

Here is the 2020 Chicago St. Patrick's Day Parade Website:www.chicagostpatricksdayparade.org

THE OFFICIAL 2020CHICAGO ST. PATRICK'S DAY

PARADE INVITATION!

Upcoming City of Chicago Plumbing License and Plumbing Practical Tests:

City of Chicago Plumbing License TestAN IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL ACTIVE CHICAGO AREA PLUMBERS

Exam Title Exam Date Sign-up DeadlinePRACTICAL April 11, 2020 March 13, 2020PRACTICAL August 8, 2020 July 17, 2020PRACTICAL December TBD

Exam Title Exam Date Sign-up DeadlineWRITTEN June 10, 2020 May 8, 2020WRITTEN October 7, 2020 September 11, 2020

Note: See additional information on Plumbers Local 130 website: www.ualocal130.org under “Training.