On Friday May 10, 2019 Local 776 participated in Vehicular Career Day at Hillside Elementary School in New Cumberland, PA.  Local 776  Driver, Rich Stover, and Organizer Mark Cicak were on hand with the Local’s truck to help the students in kindergarten through 5th grade climb up in the cab and get a view of the "road" from a big rig and ask questions.  There were over 25 different vehicles in attendance including a police car, fire truck, army vehicle, food truck, dump truck, hearse, construction vehicles and utility vehicles.  Over 600 students came through the event.

 “These kids are our future leaders, work force, and quite possibly Teamster Members” Commented Local President Ed Thompson. “It’s important that we as a Local Union support these community events to let the public know who we are and what we do. I would like to thank both Rich and Mark for finding the time in their schedules to make this a memorable experience for the kids.”

Local 776 Driver Rich Stover had everyone's attention as he explained how the truck operates

Rich got down at eye level with the kids to first answer questions.....

....And then helped them get up in the cab and see the "road" from a driver's viewpoint!

On April 28^th the York-Adams County Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO observes Worker’s Memorial Day; in honor and remembrance of those who have been injured or died on the job.  Tragically, eleven work place deaths occurred in York County in 2018. Every worker has the right to a safe and healthy workplace.  The labor movement continues to fight for workers’ health and safety.

In conjunction with Worker’s Memorial Day the Labor council sponsors an essay contest for High School Seniors. This year’s winner, Brennan Romanoff, who attends New Oxford High School High School, wrote on workplace safety and the Employers' responsibility to provide safe working conditions to employees.

In honor of their fallen brothers who perished fighting a structure fire in 2018 the York City Fire Department Honor Guard presented the colors.

Eleven candles symbolize the eleven lives lost in 2019.

Workers Memorial Day Essay Contest finalist Brennan Romanoff accepts his award from

Linda Sanders Vice-President, York Adams County Central Labor Concil.

The laying of a wreath on the waters edge signifies the passing of the eleven fallen.

Congressional leaders met with President Donald Trump at the White House to discuss infrastructure, and the labor movement stands united in our message: Enough talk. It’s time to rebuild America.

This should be a no-brainer: Every $1 invested in infrastructure generates $3.70 in economic growth. When we invest in infrastructure, we create jobs, increase productivity, and make our neighborhoods stronger and safer.

Inaction is the greatest cost. While Washington debates how to move forward, Americans are footing the bill—an additional $3,000-plus every year per family.

The entire labor movement supports a federal infrastructure package that fixes our nation’s crumbling roads, bridges and transit systems, respects prevailing wage, and puts union men and women on job sites across the country.

“Despite widespread calls to act—from the people who build our infrastructure to the folks who rely on it every single day; after all of the studies and reports outlining this urgent crisis, and notwithstanding overwhelming public support and outcry for increased investments—no meaningful action has been taken to put us on a course to correct decades of chronic underinvestment.” —AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka.

t’s Infrastructure Week, a time to call on our elected leaders to rebuild and modernize America’s crumbling infrastructure.

This year’s Infrastructure Week comes at a time when 79% of voters say investing in America’s infrastructure is a top priority.

Here is what inaction is costing us:

• Roads: 44% of major roadways are in poor or mediocre condition, which costs Americans about $533 every year in car repairs.
• Bridges: More than 47,000 bridges have been declared “structurally deficient.” It would take an estimated 80 years to fix every one.
• Water: Six billion gallons of treated water are lost every day due to broken infrastructure. More than $200 billion in economic activity would be generated by closing the water infrastructure gap.

Inaction is costing Americans an average of $3,000 every year.

It’s time to tell Washington to stop delaying. Take action and fix our infrastructure. Learn more at Infrastructure Week.

The IBT has issued a digital version of the recently approved UPS National Master Agreement in PDF format. To download, view, and print the document follow the link below:

UPS National Agreement

Teamsters Local 776 is proud to announce the recipients of the Local 776 Scholarships for 2019! This years Scholarship finalists are:

Kiersten Snyder: daughter of UPS member Matthew Snyder.

Elizabeth Kohr: daughter of Hershey Medical Center member Jeffery Kohr.

Bronson Garber: son of ABF Freight member David Garber Jr.

Congratulations to all of our finalists and best of luck as you continue to further your education! Additional information on scholarship opportunities for qualifying Teamster dependants can be found on the “Member Resources” page of the website.

The annual meeting of the PA Conference of Teamsters was held April 29, 30 and May 1, 2019 in Hershey, PA. With Hershey being in Local 776’s jurisdiction our Local was the host Local.

The PA Conference of Teamsters is comprised of Local Unions affiliated with Joint Council 40 and Joint Council 53; collectively over 95,000 Teamsters strong.

Many union officials and elected officials addressed the attendees on the importance of staying the course and actively fighting all forms of anti-union legislation. Numerous dignitaries, both elected and appointed, attended the reception held in the evening of the opening day of the Annual Meeting at The Hotel Hershey. Those in attendance included congressmen, legislators, senators, cabinet members, judges and the heads of various state and federal agencies. 

Local 776 President Ed Thompson gave the opening remarks, addresses the delegates to the PA Conference of Teamsters, welcoming all of our Teamster Brothers and Sisters from Pennsylvania and neighboring states.

Pa Conference of Teamsters President William Hamilton addresses the delegates to the Conference.

IBT National Freight Director Ernie Soehl was on hand to speak.

On April 6, 2019 Local 776 DRIVE members and their guests were treated to dinner and entertainment for their support of DRIVE. In his opening remarks Local President Ed Thompson thanked the DRIVE members for their continued support. “You are leading the fight for working families throughout the country. Local politics play an important role in our member’s lives; your contributions to DRIVE enable the Local Union to make workers rights and working conditions goals of the politicians we support. Thank you and enjoy your evening!”

After dinner their were short presentations made by our three guests: Dave Delloso – PA State Representative and President of Teamsters Local 312, Local 776 attorney Irwin Aronson, and radio talk show host Rick Smith. The evening concluded with entertainment by “Cheap Sneakers”.

A large crowd of DRIVE supporters gathered at the Radisson Penn Harris for the evening.

Local 776 President Ed Thompson (L) greets PA State Representative and Teamsters Local 312 President Don Delloso.

Radio talk show host Rick Smith spoke on the importance of local, grass roots politics. More information on Rick's radio broadcasts can be found on the Local Union's website.

Always an enlightening speaker, Local 776 attorney Irwin Aronson pauses to make a point.

It's Back! Due to the enthusiastic response last year The Local 776 Family Picnic will again be held at Knoebels Amusement Park! Join your fellow Teamster Members for a sun filled day of rides, food, good times, and more rides, as we come together as Teamster Members. Full details including registration information can be found below:

WORKERS AT YRC FREIGHT, HOLLAND, NEW PENN APPROVE NATIONAL MASTER CONTRACT.

Full details can be found below:

The ballot count on the proposed YRCW agreement will take place Friday May 3, 2019. Details on how to listen or view the vote count can be found below: