
Representing electric, gas & clerical workers at Northwestern Energy in South Dakota & Nebraska.
Northwestern Energy
Negotiations
Negotiations with Northwestern Energy will start
in August. The current labor agreement expires on December 31,
2008. Committees are working on proposals. The Company has
agreed to work on health insurance issues prior to the start of formal
negotiations.
Meetings
We will be having Joint Safety & Labor Management
Meetings in June. If you have any issues, contact your
representative.
Safety
Safety is paramount at System Council U-26.
We are committed to working with our members and management to promote a
safe work environment. Safety requires involvement and commitment
from all parties. We ask each of you to do your part and be
serious about safety.
Montana Lineman's Rodeo
IBEW Local 44 will host their annual Lineman's
Rodeo on July 18th at Pelican Point, Montana. You can visit their
website at
www.mtlinemansrodeo.com
Honor Flight SD
Veterans Organizations and other volunteers have
formed "Honor Flight South Dakota", a HUB of the Honor Flight Network.
The Honor Flight Network is a non-profit organization dedicated to
giving WWII veterans a free trip to see their national memorial in
Washington DC. Honor Flight can use your help. Visit their
website at www.honorflightsd.org