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Local 63 Work Card App for iPhone users

Attention Members:

It has come to the Officers’ attention that some iPhone users are experiencing difficulties submitting their September 2020 work cards using the Local 63 Work Card app (“My TimeBook”).   The  app developer has notified Local 63 that version 5.11 of the My TimeBook app will roll out today that should resolve any submission issues.  Please contact the Local 63 Records Clerk after October 6 if you continue to experience difficulties. 

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Upcoming Supercargo Class Interest List

SUPERCARGO CLASS SIGN-UPS – The Joint Clerks Labor Relations Committee has agreed to conduct a Supercargo class and are close to completing the curriculum.  We are still discussing dates, class size and the number of classes but we wanted to start a new sign up list for interested members.  There are two ways to get on the list.  As always, there will be a sign-up list placed down in dispatch.  As an alternative, you may simply email us at staff@ilwu63.net and put “Supercargo Class” in the email Subject line and in the body of the email include your full name and work number.   We will merge this into one list by seniority in the local and if there is a tie, seniority in the ILWU.  The deadline to express your interest in attending the Supercargo Class via Sign-Up Sheet or email is Friday, October 30 at 4:30 p.m.   As soon as the Local 63 Officers have more information about the class, interested members will be notified.

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JCLRC MEMO – FACE COVERINGS REQUIREMENT EXTENDED TO OCT 31

Attention Members:

Due to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic, the Joint Coast Labor Relations Committee has extended the face coverings requirement outlined in CLRC Meeting No. 43-20 for all individuals accessing PCL&CA covered work sites, Joint Dispatch Halls, and/or Training sites until October 31 at which time the Committee will revisit the issue and determine the next appropriate steps.  See Minutes of CLRC Meeting No. 56-20 by clicking link below.

As a reminder, Local 63 continues to post all important COVID-19 related notices and memoranda at www.ILWU63.net under the COVID-19 menu.

In Solidarity,

The Local 63 Officers

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ILWU Coast Committee Memo on Benefits Eligibility during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Attention Members,

Recognizing that the COVID-19 pandemic has had an impact on work opportunity for some members due to periods of reduced cargo volumes and/or the need to quarantine, care for a family member, etc,  the ILWU Coast Committee has raised this issue with the Employers in order to ensure that our members remain eligible for Pension qualifying years, Welfare, Vacation, and Holiday benefits.  This topic remains under discussion at the Coast Committee level (click on link below to read Coast Committee Memo).   The Local 63 Officers will keep you updated.

As always, thank you for your cooperation in helping to ensure a safe work environment.

In solidarity,

The Local 63 Officers

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Reminder: Complimentary Drive-Up COVID-19 Testing in the Port of Long Beach

Attention Members:

As recently announced by Local 63, drive up COVID-19 testing is available in the Port of Long Beach.  No pre-registration is required (please bring your TWIC card.).  You are reminded and encouraged to take advantage of this convenient, complimentary test while it’s available in the Port.

The free tests (show your TWIC card) will be available on weekdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 4 to 7 p.m. at 2100 W. Anaheim St., Long Beach, a vacant lot located within the Harbor District at the southwest corner of Anaheim and Ninth streets. 

Click on below link for more information.

https://polb.com/port-info/news-and-press/new-covid-19-testing-site-to-open-for-port-workers-08-14-2020/

In solidarity,

The Local 63 Officers

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CLRC Mandate on Face Coverings

Attention Members:

The Coast Labor Relations Committee (CLRC) met on July 29, 2020 to discuss the current state of the COVID-19 pandemic.  Due to the increasing severity of this health crisis, the CLRC is mandating, effective immediately, the wearing of face coverings, indoors and outdoors, when accessing all:

  • PCL&CA covered work sites;
  • Joint Dispatch Halls; and
  • Training sites.

Exceptions to this mandate, including for those seeking ADA accommodation, are covered in meeting minutes, CLRC Meeting No. 43-20. Please click to download and read.

Thank you for your cooperation.

In solidarity,

The Local 63 Officers

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Reminder: Face Coverings Requirement and Availability

Attention Members:

Just a reminder. The ILWU-PMA Joint Labor Relations Committee (JPLRC) requires that all persons in/around the Dispatch Halls and job sites to wear face coverings.

Hall workers may pick up one (1) complimentary face covering at the PMA Training Center. Steady employers will provide their steady employees with a face covering.

Additionally, the ILWU Coast Committee and the Port of Long Beach have made face coverings available for our members. These are available at the Local 63 Records Clerk office.

Thank you for your cooperation in maintaining a safe workplace while we get through this Coronavirus pandemic.

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