Update #13

To: The bargaining unit of Local Union 3059

We met in Pittsburgh on Wednesday, January 27 with PTC and Black Diamond. We were joined by International Vice President Tom Conway and two members of the grievance committee from USW Local Union 9305-05, which represents workers at PTC’s Darlington, Pennsylvania plant.

PTC presented a new proposal dealing with a variety of non-economic issues that went over and above the economic term agreement that PTC had already made. PTC explained its proposal, we asked numerous questions, and we ended the meeting saying that we would review the proposal. 

In the PBGC case seeking to terminate our pension plan, the USW filed a motion to intervene in the matter. By intervening, the USW would have a full right to participate in the litigation and present our views. The District Court in Pittsburgh will decide the motion to intervene at a later time.

This is going to be an uphill fight but understand that your local union officials along with USW officials are committed to working this out. Make no mistake about it, we will have our work cut out for us and we need your support to stay tough and together. If you have any questions please talk to one of the local union grievance committee or officers or visit us at usw3059.blogspot.com.