Iam Merger Information

[Mr Eagle]

The NMB does not merge contracts.

Q. While I believe the union employees seniority is set through the labor board, does company management have any say?
A. You are correct that the integration of seniority lists is the primary responsibility of the union, or unions representing the work groups. However in cases where the groups at the two airlines are represented by different unions, the National Mediation Board will first determine which union will represent the combined work force, prior to the integration of seniority.

While management’s role in the seniority integration process is limited, each union must present the integrated list to the company for acceptance prior to implementation. The company's acceptance of any seniority integration is conditioned on a basic "fair and equitable" standard. Should the Unions present a list to the company that is unacceptable, the company retains the right to ask the union to go back and keep working on the integration, if the integration plan presented would not allow the airline to operate without disruption. In other words, the seniority integration needs to be approached with the mindset that neither employee group will receive a windfall, nor will either side be unfairly hurt by the integration.

Quote From THE NEW US Airways Compass FAQ's.

 

[Jetdoc757]

This says it all:

Here is the definition of abrogate....

abrogate \AB-ruh-gayt\, transitive verb:
1. To annul by an authoritative act; to abolish by the authority of the maker or his successor; to repeal; -- applied to the repeal of laws, decrees, ordinances, the abolition of customs, etc.
2. To put an end to; to do away with.

Here is the definition of negotiate...

ne·go·ti·ate \ni-'gO-shE-"At\, verb:
1. To confer with another so as to settle some matter : to bring about through conference, discussion, and agreement or compromise <negotiate a contract>

If a judge "abrogated" your contract as you stated, how could you have voted on this? What is there to vote on? The judge made his decision. It's abolished, annulled, and put an end to.....

The only thing you could have voted on is something that was negotiated. Negotiated by your Union...IAM!

Yes negotiated by your Union...IAM...voted on by the members not once...but twice.

Please don't tell me IAM means: I'm a moron.

 

[700UW]

Don't let the facts get in the way of your rant. Read and learn.

January 6, 2005
File: USA-18
2005-02

US Airways Update
Negotiations – Transformation Plan
Company Rejects Union Offer of Settlement

To: All US Airways Mechanic and Related Employees and Maintenance Training Specialists
The offer your Negotiating Committee gave to the company yesterday, which provided for a resolution of the issues involved and would have protected the jobs of those we represent was rejected by the company late last night.

Contracts Terminated
Judge Mitchell ruled today in favor of the company’s motion to terminate our collective bargaining agreements, but the airline has agreed to maintain the status quo of the current agreements until ratification is determined.

Negotiations
We have reached a tentative agreement for the Maintenance Training Specialists. The ratification process will take place on a date to be determined.

Negotiations are continuing with the company for the Mechanic and Related employees. The company has indicated they will give us a final offer later today.

We will continue to keep you advised of all future developments as they occur.

Your patience and continuing support is appreciated.

Sincerely and fraternally,
William O'Driscoll
PRESIDENT-DIRECTING
GENERAL CHAIRMAN

January 7, 2005
File: USA-18
2005-03

US Airways Update
Company’s Final Offer

To: All US Airways Mechanic and Related Employees
At 9:15 last night the company gave your Negotiating Committee its final offer. We are in the process of reproducing this proposal for distribution to each of you.

We expect to get copies of the proposal to all local lodges as soon as possible. The local lodges will be responsible for distribution of this proposal to each of you.

We are in the process of scheduling meetings for a ratification vote and strike vote. You will be notified of the time and place of these meetings as soon as these arrangements have been made. You will be given a full explanation of the company’s proposed contract changes at these meetings.

Disregard all rumors, you will get the facts from your Union Representatives.

Thank you for your patience and support.

Sincerely and fraternally,
William O'Driscoll
PRESIDENT-DIRECTING
GENERAL CHAIRMAN

 

[delldude]

hey 700, guess they can't combat the cold hard truth???
they have lots to say until the facts,just the facts...

 

[Mr Eagle]

hey 700, guess they can't combat the cold hard truth???
they have lots to say until the facts,just the facts...

ARE You A Lobby/Person In Bed With the NMB or Are You Speaking From Your Blessed ARSEurance.When Do you suddenly Become A PROPHET For The Airline Industry? You & MR 7UW You are Talking like you know what/When/& How the NMB Will Rule On. Remember We Have 18 Months (+-) 6 month's. AND Saftey is #1, Per The FAA.Just some thought's for U & Mr 7UW to Ponder and Let us Know Where all this Knowledge and wisdom comes Hither to. MWW