The Finishing First LMCI and the International Finishing Trades Institute is here alongside the IUPAT and our contractor and industry partners to continue providing support and assistance during this crisis. Although our mission remains the same, the tactics that we employ to accomplish that mission evolve, over time, as the industry changes. During … Continue reading iFTI and Finishing First LMCI Updates Under the COVID-19 Crisis
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Update from the IUPAT Industry Pension Fund
Office Hours Have questions about your pension or your annuity? IUPAT Industry Pension Fund staff stand ready to answer your calls. The call center is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM EDT COVID-19 Pension Assistance Call Line (410) 564-5500 IUPAT Pension Annuity Relief The Trustees of the IUPAT Industry … Continue reading Update from the IUPAT Industry Pension Fund
IUPAT Member Hardship Benefits from Union Plus
IUPAT members have a number of benefits available to them during the COVID-19 crisis with more and more members out of work. Study the list and links below and learn more at Union Plus HERE. Union Plus Hardship Help The trustees of the AFL-CIO Mutual Benefit Fund voted last week to temporarily … Continue reading IUPAT Member Hardship Benefits from Union Plus
Assistance Available to IUPAT Members Under Emergency Legislation
Enhanced Unemployment The CARES Act provides an additional $600 per week for those receiving unemployment insurance (UI). This $600 is in addition to the weekly unemployment benefit you receive from your state. The $600 supplement is paid for four months or until July 31, 2020. Through December 31, 2020 the law provides … Continue reading Assistance Available to IUPAT Members Under Emergency Legislation
The IUPAT DC Metro Protective Coatings and Corrosion Expo
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, MARYLAND AND VIRGINIA(DMV) PROTECTIVE COATINGS AND CORROSION EXPO THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2017 The DMV Protective Coatings and Corrosion Expo is an interactive instructional program developed to provide those involved in industry affected by costly corrosion issues an opportunity to learn about industry best practices. The Expo focuses on the importance of protective coating … Continue reading The IUPAT DC Metro Protective Coatings and Corrosion Expo
District Council 711 – IUPAT Member Frederick Frato Saves a Life
Recently, while wrapping up a day of work on the parking deck at Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank, New Jersey, Brother Frederick Frato, a member of Glaziers Local Union 1009 (Springfield, New Jersey), encountered a distraught man exiting the elevator. Brother Frato spoke to the gentleman, checking to see if he was okay, but … Continue reading District Council 711 – IUPAT Member Frederick Frato Saves a Life
District Council 82 – 100th Anniversary of Local Union 681
On April 22, 2017, Local Union 681 celebrated its 100th Anniversary at the Rochester Eagles Club in Rochester, Minnesota. Over 120 people attended the event to celebrate this historical milestone for LU 681. General Vice President Harry Zell was also in attendance and gave a congratulatory speech to the crowd. The IUPAT applauds Local Union … Continue reading District Council 82 – 100th Anniversary of Local Union 681
District Council 78 – Community Activists
Participating in community activities is something that the members of District Council 78 in believe is an important component to building strong ties with our neighbors. District Council 78 Business Manager/Secretary-Treasurer and U.S. Navy Veteran Wally Ilczyszn worked with American Legion Post #142 Commander and retired U.S. Marine Marty Broderick to assist Ms. Elsie Charlton, … Continue reading District Council 78 – Community Activists
District Council 58 – District Council 58 Donates Check to Make-A-Wish Illinois
On April 1, 2017, District Council 58 donated a $6,000 check to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois. DC 58’s generous donation was a gift for a three-year-old girl named Lillian who was diagnosed with a life-threatening respiratory condition. Lillian’s wish was for a backyard playset. Thanks to DC 58’s donation, the Make-A-Wish Foundation was able … Continue reading District Council 58 – District Council 58 Donates Check to Make-A-Wish Illinois
District Council 46 – OIFSC takes Patty Haidu on Tour of Facility
In April, the Ontario Industrial and Finishing Skills Centre (OIFSC) in Toronto was proud to host the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour. Minister Hajdu toured the facility, met with our members, and delivered a speech on the Budget 2017: Working for the Middle Class. DC 46 BMST Bruno Mandic and … Continue reading District Council 46 – OIFSC takes Patty Haidu on Tour of Facility