MOTIVATED Moving Forward

have active stewards; when we speak with our members and walk through our plants; when we educate our members on who we are and when we communicate effectively,” said Shelton.

International Secretary-Treasurer David Woods introduced new Local 401 (Salt Lake City, Utah) member and delegate Jason France from the recently organized Danone dairy facility in Salt Lake City. “Most of us come into our workplaces and the contract is already in place. Brother France helped to organize his facility and helped to successfully negotiate a first contract,” said Woods. Delegates gave France a standing ovation following the introduction.

Also addressing the delegates were Assistant to the International President Harry Kaiser, Director of Organization John Price, Research & Education Director Matthew Clark.

Delegates broke into committees to prepare reports on Western Region organizing, collective bargaining updates and legislative activities.