Operating Engineers Local 4 Spring 2024 News Magazine

PROJECT SPOTLIGHT Westborough I-495/I-90 Interchange PG 16

COMMUNITY

7th Annual William D. McLaughlin Golf Outing PG 24

MEMBERS

Local 4 at Work PG 20

SPRING 2024 N E W S

NOTIFIED MEETING

M A G A Z I N E

The Quarterly Notified Meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Florian Hall, 55 Hallet Street, Dorchester, MA. The Officers will read their Quarterly Reports.

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Business Manager's Report MICH AEL J. B OW E S

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Business Representative Reports DAV ID F. SHE A , JR. CHRIS TOP HER L. C ARE Y CHRIS TOP HER T. FOG AR T Y PAUL C. DIMINICO DAV ID F. FAN T INI J AME S M. M ARENGHI ROBER T A . BURR TAYL A M. ROSE, ORG ANIZER R YAN P. M ANCINI, ORG ANIZER

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Funds Administrator's Update

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Training Coordinator's Update

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Safety Corner Update

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Project Spotlight W E S T B OROUGH I-495/ I-90 IN T ERCH ANGE

OFFICER S AND P RINCIPAL S Michael J. Bowes Business Manager David F. Shea, Jr. President Christopher L. Carey Vice President Christopher T. Fogarty Recording-Corresponding Secretary Paul C. DiMinico Financial Secretary David F. Fantini Treasurer Business Representatives Robert A. Burr, Christopher L. Carey, Paul C. DiMinico, David F. Fantini, Christopher T. Fogarty, James M. Marenghi, David F. Shea, Jr. Organizers

Ryan P. Mancini, Tayla M. Rose Executive Board

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Celebrating the Women of Local 4

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Local 4 at Work

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President Biden for Unions

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Announcements

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Events for your Calendar

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7th Annual Golf Outing Registration Form

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In Memoriam and Congratulations, Retirees

Patrick J. Hunt, Jr., Ryan P. Mancini, James M. Marenghi, William T. McGuinness, Jr., Kevin W. Murray, Tayla M. Rose, Michael A. Simoncini Guard Nicholas M. Gates Conductor Taylor D. Pires Training Coordinator Michael J. Carey Office Manager Amanda R. Johnson Funds Administrator Gregory A. Geiman, Esq.

COVER: Left to right: Loader Operator Joel Laflamme, Business Representative James Marenghi, Crane Operator Matt Levins, Local 4 Steward Michael Cullen, and Apprentice Victoria Johnson on-site in Westborough.

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MICHAEL J. BOWES

BUSINESS MANAGER’S REPORT Brothers and Sisters,

and take the next step in advancing your skills or renewing your license.

As we welcome spring, I hope this news magazine finds you in good health and I have great news regarding the NLRB high spirits. With the arrival of warmer charges related to the Vineyard Wind weather, we are witnessing a significant project. The Longshoreman withdrew the surge in construction activities, thanks charges, knowing the NLRB would rule to substantial investments from federal against them. This is a major victory for and state entities, including those the Operating Engineers. Thank you to supported by the Biden administration. Dave Fantini for all his hard work. We These investments provide exciting had a great partnership with O’Donoghue opportunities and create thousands of and O’Donoghue law firm, who took the jobs for our operating engineers. As you time to learn the details and help us get drive our region, you’ll no doubt see work this referred to the Division of Advice and picking up, with our members hard at then withdrawn in a timely manner. work at job sites throughout New England. With the warmer weather comes more It’s been a busy start to 2024 for union social opportunities, including our leadership as well. In January, we attended eagerly anticipated 7th Annual William the IUOE Winter Meeting. In March, D. McLaughlin Golf Outing. Expect a Local 4 joined building trade union leaders day filled with solidarity and friendly in Springfield for the Massachusetts competition on the greens. The Charitable Building Trades’ 105th Convention. We Foundation board voted that this year's also held our Maine Body Meeting, which proceeds would go to veterans causes. featured Troy Jackson speaking about Registration is open now; see page 25 for upcoming projects and priorities. information on how to sign up.

At Local 4, we take immense pride in our unwavering dedication to excellence in apprenticeship and training. Whether it's mastering new techniques or staying abreast of the latest safety protocols, our cutting-edge facilities in Canton and Medway empower our members to thrive in their careers and contribute significantly to our collective achievements. Be sure to check the insert for details on our latest class offerings

Additionally, we are delighted to announce our continuing partnership with the Worcester Red Sox (WooSox). Through this collaboration, we've secured exclusive home game tickets for our members. Mark your calendars for Friday, May 17 and join us for a special hospitality event at Polar Park! Contact James Marenghi if you want to attend the hospitality event. Tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

CONTACT (508) 533-1433 m.bowes@iuoelocal4.org

Please be on the lookout for an upcoming survey to gather member feedback. To participate, it's essential that we have your updated email and mobile number on file at the Union Hall. Your input is vital in shaping the future of how we communicate, so please ensure your contact information is current.

Let’s continue moving forward together, not only building our skyline and structures but also fostering a stronger community for future generations. I sincerely thank you for your ongoing support, both now and in the future. Feel free to reach out if you need assistance or have any questions. Thank you for being instrumental in our union's success.

Michael J. Bowes Business Manager IUOE Local 4

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DAVID F. SHEA, JR. President BUSINE S S REP RE SEN TAT I V E: C AMBRIDGE/ NOR T H OF B OS TON ARE A

CONTACT (781) 231-4215 d.shea@iuoelocal4.org

Spring has arrived, and I am looking forward to the warmer weather. After a typical winter slowdown, it is beginning to get going with contractors calling back their operators they laid off and some starting to add to their work force. I expect work in my area to be steady, with less new office/ life science buildings starting up but more infrastructure projects coming as a result of the Joe Biden Bipartisan Infrastructure Act.

the hoist, and Flett is doing the site. On Third Street at Suffolk’s project, S&F is doing the concrete and Stearns will do the steel erecting. AA Will is doing the excavation. At 200 Main Street, W.L. French is doing the site work, S&F is doing the concrete, and Stearns is doing the steel. As of right now the parking garage will come up to ground level, but the tower is on hold. At 290 Binney Street, AA Will/East Coast Slurry is doing the slurry wall and the excavation.

Maxim’s tower crane was recently erected to set steel for Stearns. Bond Brothers has been doing utility work to enable the project.

In Somerville, Boynton Yards phase 2 is winding down with Safeway on the hoists, Xquisite doing the landscaping, and W.L. French finishing the site work. Boynton Gateway has Safeway In Cambridge, the courthouse renovation on the hoist and Derenzo doing the project is winding down with Julian on site work. At Assembly Row, JMA’s the hoists, Derenzo doing the site work, project has Julian on the hoists, Derenzo and Xquisite doing the landscaping. 604 finishing the site, Brightview doing the Main Street is also almost complete, landscaping, and Bay Crane in and with Marr on the hoists, Dow finishing out. At Consigli’s project, Marr has the site, and Xquisite doing the the hoists, and AA Will has the site. In landscape. MIT Grad has Marr on the Charlestown, J.F. White is still working hoists and Derenzo doing site work. on the North Washington Street Bridge.

The Metropolitan warehouse project At the Charlestown housing project, has Maxim’s tower crane, Safeway has Cavalieri is doing the site work, and

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Hallamore’s crane handles the prefab walls. In Everett, Encore has a project that has run into permitting issues but should move forward with Derenzo doing the site, Coastal driving the piles, and Daniel Marr and Son doing the crane work for the pedestrian bridge.

Next door, there are plans to demo the Everett power plant and potential plans for a soccer stadium but that still has some hurdles to get over.

We recently had our March body meeting in Portland, Maine. It was nice to see some of our brother and sister members who live up north and cannot often make the trip down to Boston. It was also great to see everyone who took the ride north to attend.

Registration is now open for those who are interested in playing in the 7th Annual William D. McLaughlin Golf Outing. Please register early as there is a maximum number of golfers and we have filled up every year. This year we will be raising money for veterans charities. It is always a great event so come on out. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me or co-chair Dave Fantini.

In closing, thank you for your continued support.

CHRISTOPHER L. CAREY

Vice President

BUSINE S S REP RE SEN TAT I V E: B OS TON ARE A LEGISL AT I V E DIREC TOR

As we enter the Spring season, I am looking doing the concrete work. Trevi Icos wraps forward to another busy construction up the foundation at Huntington Towers; season. Boston remains steady with many W.L. French will begin the excavation. work opportunities. If you are out of work, This will be a 34-story residential highI encourage you to take advantage of the rise with retail on the bottom two floors.

Training Center to further your skill set The Landmark Center project continues to and acquire as many licenses as you can provide jobs for our membership. This is a as they relate to our trade. development in the Fenway neighborhood I was able to take part in presenting a check that currently has two tower cranes to the Cradles to Crayons organization. erecting steel, two outside hoist, site, With the member’s generosity at the utility, and landscaping to come. Simmons December body meeting and the Local College has started the construction of its matching the donation we were able to Living and Learning Center. This will tie donate just over $13,000. It was great to the campus together and is scheduled to see that money go to such a good cause. be completed in 2026. JDC Demolition They help children who are unable to finished taking the old parking garage afford proper clothing, especially at that down, Allied Pile drove the sheets, and J. Derenzo is doing the excavation. In time of year.

Allston, Harvard University continues In March, we held another body meeting to develop its land. Three buildings are in Portland, Maine. It was great to see underway with several of our signatories some of the members who aren’t normally working on them. The last piece of precast able to attend the meetings that are held came down at the Congress Street Garage. in Boston. Business Manager Michael That was a very complex job that took Bowes and Business Representative years, unfortunately, we lost Brother Robert Burr did a great job planning and Peter Monsini on that job, may he rest in hosting the meeting. peace. Innovation Center in the Seaport is Many of the jobs in Boston kept going set to start shortly, and the demolition is through out the winter. Many more will complete with Trevi Icos and W.L. French be starting in the spring along with the set to go in. We have a number of large street work. Mass General Hospital is jobs that are currently under construction continuing the expansion of the hospital and more that have already been approved that will be done 100% union. Boss Steel by the city. has put up two tower cranes, AA Will digging out six floors below, and G & C

CONTACT (508) 384-0823 c.carey@iuoelocal4.org

An issue in Boston that we will keep our eye on is that City Hall wants to change the way the Boston Planning and Development Authority approves projects. The building trades like to voice our opinions about projects during the hearings they hold. We have the opportunity to explain to the authority why a particular project may be good for the community or bad for the community.

A bill at the State House would give City Hall the ability to change the process, and we want the process to remain the same.

Lastly, congratulations to Business Manager Mike Bowes and Business Representative David Fantini for securing our jurisdiction on the south coast for the offshore wind work. This jurisdiction dispute with another union went the distance, and we came up victorious. Way to go!

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CHRISTOPHER T. FOGARTY

Recording-Corresponding Secretary BUSINE S S REP RE SEN TAT I V E: SHOP S / 4E / CONCRE T E P UMP S

CONTACT (781) 294-1090 c.fogarty@iuoelocal4.org

Once again we have had a mild winter and work has continued on at a steady pace even though it appears to be quieter than usual, the hours are still coming in. The equipment houses that are rental have either taken pause to see what’s ahead for this year or forged on with expansion and buying new fleet to stay competitive.

The labor pool is and remains thin on new mechanics, we have been able to recruit some good people looking for a great opportunity but in other areas, it has been a struggle.

Qualified road mechanics are at a premium, the variety in equipment some of these guys need to know has become staggering and the entry-level people don’t have great access to education on equipment that’s increasingly sophisticated and complicated.

I’ll put it out here again that I’m looking for people to talk to if they have some ability and qualifications that fit the needs along with opportunity to change their lives as well as their families have them get in touch.

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The dealerships, such as Woods CRW Corp., Shawmut Crane, CN Wood, Tyler Equipment, and Monroe Tractor, to name a few, are all extremely busy with new sales as well as refurbishment of old equipment.

for a division in Tilton, New Hampshire for portable mobile storage mechanics and drivers as well as cards signed for another division in Shrewsbury that we have to go to election for and we hope to be successful.

That has always been a good sign that the work is gearing up when companies are spending capital on equipment maintenance and purchasing new stuff just before the season. We have resigned agreements with ATS Equipment and Atlantic Coast Dismantling and are currently working on Monroe Tractor, as well as Sunbelt Rentals It is very important that we start to consolidate as much as possible. We are working hard to bring the agreements in line. We have run into some issues with smaller companies that were signatory with us being acquired by bigger ones and adopting the agreements where some terms and conditions may differ.

The concrete pump industry is plugging along and waiting for the spring to break with new jobs to get going, as well as some surveyors being temporarily sidelined but anticipate getting going in short order.

Some have asked why we don’t have an association like CIM in the Equipment industry, we have tried that, but these corporate organizations don’t trust each other and don’t want it, so for now they will remain that way with the playing field as close as possible.

In the same thread, these companies are becoming specialized and very diverse with pump divisions, generators, flooring, trench, temp air, and many more. We organize them as they grow, and we work alongside them to control market share.

The Sunbelt Trench division in Worcester is one that is newly organized with a new contract, congratulations to those new members. We have cards signed with voluntary recognition

For those of you who don’t know, it was great to see the donations we collected going to a great cause, Cradles to Crayons, a facility that can help children day to day with necessities so kids can focus on being kids. $13,028 was delivered to them and we know it’s going to be used well.

I’d like to take a moment to give a friendly reminder about dues; many of you wait until you get notified that you are late to pay dues. This is your responsibility to pay them and pay them on time, the administration costs of this alone are a waste of the local’s money and could be well served for the members somewhere else. Please don’t be afraid to ask brother or sister members with a friendly reminder to check that they are up to date, policing each other is helpful to all of us. Local 4 has once again partnered with the Worcester Red Sox, and we have tickets to the home games. Please call the main office if you have any interest. This year’s annual golf outing is on Sunday, August 25, at Stow Acres Country Club, and registration is now available. Have a great season, and please contact me for any help you may need. Thanks.

PAUL C. DIMINICO Financial Secretary

BUSINE S S REP RE SEN TAT I V E: MERRIM A CK VALLE Y / E S SE X COUN T Y, M A & ROCK INGH AM COUN T Y, NH

As spring has just arrived, work in the area remains steady, and there are many jobs in the area that will be starting this season. McCourt Construction has a handful of crews working on a utility job in Beverly. Newport Construction continues the Route 38 Tewksbury roadway improvements with curbing and paving. They also have a handful of other jobs ongoing in the area. NCI Construction has been working at Phillips Academy on part of its campus expansion, with other phases out to bid that are slated for this season. J.R. Vinagro has site jobs going on in Saugus and Haverhill. They have begun ramping back up for the season they have kept many of our members working. SPS was the successful bidder on the Hampton Beach Bridge and will begin this summer, and it will be roughly a 4-year job. Also, SPS continues a bridge job on Route 107. They are currently working on the bridge abutments and draw bridge. Barletta is starting back up on the Middlesex Turnpike expansion with curbing and paving. This section of the turnpike is planned to be completed

this summer. Flett is doing the sight work for Lawrence Middle School.

At Lowell High School, J. Derenzo has been working on the site, and Hub Foundation has been working nights while school is still open. R.F. Roach Construction has been capping a landfill at Wheelabrator in Saugus, a waste-toenergy plant. The first phase has been completed, with a second phase going out soon. It’s been a great ongoing job for a handful of our members. We have been working on a PLA for a storage yard for windmill parts in Salem. There will be a warehouse built, dock work, site work, etc. It will be another good job for our members. The Rourke Bridge in Lowell is still slated to be rebuilt. There have been working group meetings monthly.

During these working group meetings, the project team solicits feedback on the proposed landscape design, bridge lighting, etc.

CONTACT (978) 851-8389 p.diminico@iuoelocal4.org

I wish all of you and your families a prosperous spring/summer season.

As always, thank you for your continued support!

Please make sure your dues are current, and all your licenses are up to date.

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DAVID F. FANTINI Treasurer

BUSINE S S REP RE SEN TAT I V E: S OU T H SHORE ARE A

CONTACT (508) 746-0177 d.fantini@iuoelocal4.org

After a very mild winter, we are heading into what looks to be another very busy construction season on the South Shore.

In my last report, I had written about how the longshoreman had filed suit with the NLRB over work in the Vineyard Wind laydown yard.

I am happy to report that we have prevailed, and we will continue to do the work that is rightfully ours. Unfortunately, our brothers and sisters in Connecticut Local 478 were not so fortunate, and the longshoreman will be running some of the SPMT trailers in their facility. I would like to thank Business Manager Bowes for his diligence in protecting our jurisdiction, not only on this project but throughout our entire area.

The Vineyard Wind project continues to make progress, with 48 of the 62 mono piles already installed and roughly 15 of the turbines erected.

Paul DiMinico and I attended PLA negotiations for the next offshore wind project. They will use a new facility in Salem as the laydown area, but the power will be ashore on the Cape.

In Carver, there is a battery facility being built by a private developer. Walsh did the land

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clearing, and United Civil is doing the site and concrete work. All three of these projects are a direct result of President Biden’s policies. The previous administration had offshore wind, dead, and buried. The owner of this battery facility told me it is being done union because his tax credit goes from 6% to 30%. You may think he’s too old, you may think he’s soft on immigration but if you are a union worker, there is no disputing the fact that Biden is the right choice for us. Not to mention the Cape bridges, which have been in the news as they go through the funding process, will be done under a PLA because of his mandate that any federal project over $35 million be done union!

Suffolk Construction has a large presence in the South Shore area with several large projects ongoing. The new Diman Regional High School in Fall River is a $300 million project, the new electric bus facility for the MBTA in Quincy $200 million project, and the new public safety building in Brockton is a $120 million project.

As of now all aspects of our work site, demo, steel, concrete, and landscaping on these three projects are all being done or will be done union. Unfortunately, the large expansion to Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis has been done predominantly non-union, except for a couple of small pieces.

After months of negotiations with the state and the bonding company, Manafort Transit has finally received the go ahead to resume work on the 24/140 interchange in Taunton. It has gotten off to a slow start because the job had sat for so long, there was a large amount of environmental work that needed to be done. With this project so far behind, I do expect an accelerated work schedule that should require a large number of operating engineers.

Many of our paving, site, and utility contractors have been busy bidding and winning work throughout the winter. It is shaping up to be a very good 2024 construction season.

The date is set for the seventh annual William D. McLaughlin charity golf outing, which will once again be at Stow Acres on Sunday, August 25. The proceeds of this year‘s outing will go to veterans charities. It is always a great time, even if you are not a golfer. Please come out and join us for lunch beforehand. If you have any questions or are looking to volunteer, feel free to give me or David Shea a call.

As you get called back to work this spring, please take the time to give the agent in whatever area you are working a courtesy call to let them know you are there. Especially if it is a new job that has just started. They are always greatly appreciated and, in a time, when we are under Consigli also has a couple of good-sized jobs attack from the other trades it helps us police in the area. They have started at the Bristolour jurisdiction.

Plymouth Regional School in Taunton, a $300 million project, and they are also at Sturdy As always, if I can be of any assistance please Hospital in Attleboro. J.R. Vinagro is working do not hesitate to call and I hope to see you in on both projects, and as of now, all the work is an upcoming meeting. slated to be done union on both sites.

JAMES M. MARENGHI BUSINE S S REP RE SEN TAT I V E: WORCE S T ER-FR AMINGH AM ARE A

Dear Brothers and Sisters, After a long winter season that is now behind us, we can look forward to a great construction season! The work looks good for 2024, and there will be many opportunities for our members. Here are some of the jobs in my area.

SPS and Walsh have the Newton/Weston bridge bundle job. It’s a six-year project consisting of eight bridges at the Mass Pike and (128) Interchange. Five of the bridges will be completely replaced, one will be rehabbed, and two will have their superstructures replaced. It’s a $230 million project. This is an infrastructure job and will create a lot of hours for our members.

In Worcester, F&D Truck is at Saint-Gobain, which was the Norton Company. This job consists of demoing 45 buildings that cover 54 acres. Also, in Worcester, over at UMass Medical, W.L. French is finishing up the site work, and we have the two inside elevators.

Also, on Hemans Street, Borggaard has the site work for a 210-unit apartment complex and 110-spot parking lot. This is a difficult job to operate because it’s on a steep hill, but not for our operators because we are the best around!

Northland in Newton is a 23-acre lot with a 1 million square foot mixed-use building going in. This site will provide 800 apartments, shopping, and dining. W.L. French has the site work; JDC is doing the demo, and Trevi Icos is doing some drilling. In Norwood, FM Global continues to be a great job for us on the 40acre site. AJ Welch is there doing the site work, Hub is doing Soldier piles, and Northstar is doing the demo of the existing building. In its place, there is a 300,000-square-foot office and research building and a parking garage.

Guigli is finishing up a new junior high school in Walpole and is in the process of doing all the site work at a new junior high school in Norwood. Virgilio is in Webster putting in a new water main. In Needham, Suffolk is doing a surgical center for Children’s Hospital, Marr has 2 hoists, and Flett has the site work.

In Framingham, Berkel Drilling is doing geothermal drilling for the Housing Authority.

Berkel is bidding on a lot of upcoming geothermal jobs in our area, and it looks like geothermal is the future, this is a good thing for the operating engineers! In Hudson, there is a Bond and ET&L rail trail job that’s going to be a 5.8-mile extension to the existing walking and bike path. In Oxford and Charleton, D.W. White is doing a 5-mile stretch of Route 20 they are widening the roadway, replacing two bridges, putting in a median barrier, installing a new rotary, and adding sidewalks. This is an $80 million dollar job. Walsh Brothers is in Sutton on a 450-acre lot where Unified Packaging is building two 500,000 square-foot buildings. One building has been completed and they're just clearing the land now for the second building. In Marlborough, R.F. Roach is there capping a landfill. In Leicester, Camputaro is working on a new substation for National Grid, and they also have the Laborers Training Center in Hopkinton and an Eversource storage facility in Auburn. Hub is in Medway at the power station doing mini piles, and Greene is there with the site work.

Recently, with the generosity of our members, the local donated $10,000 to Why Me & Sherry’s House. Sherry’s House is a place where kids and their families can go to receive the support and encouragement they need to fight childhood

CONTACT (508) 384-2170 j.marenghi@iuoelocal4.org

cancer. Together, Sherry’s House serves as a home away from home for families while their child is on active treatment. We should all be proud of the many charities Local 4 donates to with the Social Action Committee.

The March meeting in Portland, Maine, was again another great event. Thanks to Business Manager Mike Bowes and Business Representative Bobby Burr for putting it together, it’s something I look forward to every year.

As we enter this new construction season, giving members assignments can be challenging due to lack of appropriate licensing and certifications. I recommend contacting the Training Center to maintain the proper licenses to meet these requirements.

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all good luck in this upcoming construction season. It’s an honor to serve you all as the Worcester business agent for this great local union. I look forward to seeing you all soon and as always, if you or your family ever need anything, please reach out.

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ROBERT A. BURR BUSINE S S REP RE SEN TAT I V E: M AINE / NH-BELK N AP-C ARROLL-COOS-S T R AFFORD COUN T IE S

CONTACT (207) 426-9910

state representative and let them know your stance. If I can help connect you with your rep, let me know. The good news is that there are people on both sides of the aisle that know this is BS and not for New Hampshire. The labor movement, and especially Local 4, will be there to fight against this right-towork legislation every time.

BluRoc in Bingham, Maine, continues to have the largest job in the area. There are currently 40 Operating Engineers on site. In Scarborough and Wells, Maine, Brothers and Sisters, Michels dredging has been underway Happy New Year! I’m sure everyone is since November 23—operating 24 hours/ looking forward to spring and putting day, 7 days/week, for the U.S. Army the cold weather in our rearview.

Corps of Engineers. This job is close to Shockingly, Right to Work for Less was being completed and has provided some on the docket in the New Hampshire great hours. North American Crane has House. This bill is nothing more than been part of the mob and demobilization. an attempt by out-of-state corporate special interest groups to abolish unions Bath Iron Works is in Bath, Maine. altogether. They come from out of state Shawmut Crane supports BIW's crane to grab new state representatives and shipbuilding needs with Local 4. bring forward this legislation. This has Costello Dismantling, in Biddeford, is been going on for the last forty years. HB taking down St Joesph's Spiritual Center.

1377 is now dead in the New Hampshire In Leeds, Maine newly signed Brooks House, and based on state law, if the Drilling has begun a large solar farm same draft of the bill is shot down in the project. Conversations with Brooks House, it can’t have the same language have been positive on capturing more of as it does now in the Senate. We all these solar sites. There is such a small seem to think this has no steam in the percentage of these solar farms that have Senate and will likely die there, too. But been completed, and a good opportunity it’s not over until it’s over. If you live to gain some market share. There will in New Hampshire, please contact your r.burr@iuoelocal4.org

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be more to come on this site. Northeast Paving, in Bangor, Maine with new plant upgrades. There is a significant amount of paving on the books and a busy year to come for our brothers and sisters at NEP. Midwest Amphibious Equipment in Brooksville, Maine. Callahan Mine starting in May with a few dredges doing hazmat cleanup at this superfund site.

Finally, there is a presidential election.

I hope you will join me in voting with our wallets. Biden is the only president that has been the most vocal for unions. If you have a chance look at the proclamation on Local 4’s website. It will give the stark contrast between the candidates.

If you’re ever working in the area or if there is anything I can do for you, please let me know! All the best to you and your families and I look forward to seeing you all at a union meeting. Please keep up to date on all your licenses and certifications and take advantage of the training center to advance your skills.

Please check your membership dues!

All the best, and if there is anything I can do for you, please call.

Stay safe, and thank you for your support.

In solidarity, Bobby Burr

TAYLA M. ROSE ORG ANIZER

Brothers and Sisters, as the winter fades away, I hope this message finds you and your families in good spirits and in good health. We can now look forward to our busy seasons, spring and summer.

pro-union President Joe Biden. Early in CONTACT his term, President Biden took decisive action in support of labor unions. One (508) 902-7188 significant move was appointing Jennifer t.rose@iuoelocal4.org Abruzzo as the General Counsel for the NLRB. Since Abruzzo's appointment, I would like to start by recognizing the unionization process for workers has that Local 4 proudly raised $13,000 for notably improved, and there has been a Lastly, I want to extend my heartfelt Cradles to Crayons at our December marked increase in prosecutions against appreciation to each and every one meeting, all thanks to our members’ for their hard work and dedication employers who violate workers' rights. generosity. Cradles to Crayons helps to Local 4. These attributes not only children in need by providing essential Cases such as “CEMEX Construction bolster the organization from within items to children who are homeless or Materials Pacific, LLC” have helped but also catch the eye of responsible from low-income families. Our donation to restructure the determining factor as contractors seeking safe, talented, and will make a meaningful difference in the to when employers are to bargain with reliable Operating Engineers. Thank lives of these young ones, showcasing unions, without an election. Following you for all of your support, I hope that our union's commitment to giving back this new structure, upon union demand you have a safe and busy spring. Please to our community. for voluntary recognition with the don’t hesitate to reach out anytime, or if majority support of employees, the you have any good leads on a company It was great to see everyone up in Maine employer must recognize and begin you’d like to see with us. Take care. again this year. Huge thank you to the bargaining process. If the employer Business Representative Robert Burr chooses not to do so, they must promptly for orchestrating this meeting once file an RM Petition. Elections will be again for all of us and to our Business set aside if the employer commits any Manager Mike Bowes for carrying on unfair labor practices, and the board this tradition. will order the employer to recognize We are fortunate to live in a time where and bargain with the Union.

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RYAN P. MANCINI ORG ANIZER

The opportunities gained by becoming a signatory with IUOE Local 4 for these companies cannot be overstated, and for those owners that see the light and join us, we are here to help in any way possible. A company like A&I Concrete and Curbing, which we recently signed, can see the CONTACT benefits of being a signatory. They are an (508) 902-7379 MBE company looking to subcontract for our larger signatory contractors. It’s great r.mancini@iuoelocal4.org to be a part of the picture of success for a couple of young guys eager to raise their company up to higher union standards for Dear Brothers and Sisters, themselves and their employees. This will We’ve made it through another New be another solid example of the benefits England winter. Personally, I can’t wait of partnering with Local 4, and the for the warm weather to return and opportunity to expand the biddable work kick off the work season. Many of the and availability of competent, experienced nonunion companies shutter their doors operators is a home run for their company, for the winter months and go dormant, I wish them the best in all their endeavors. and as they begin to wake up and start working again, we will be there to To all those who attended the Maine body attempt to organize them and create new meeting, it was great to see you there. It helps to strengthen the already tight bond opportunities for our members. that we have as brother and sister members We sat down to talk with some companies across state lines. It also highlights the that would be great additions this winter. hard work that Business Manager Mike Some headway has been made between Bowes and Business Representative in-person meetings and phone calls they Bobby Burr are doing on behalf of the know that we have the men and women to Local in Maine. do the work and that the work is out there.

The number of union contractors to sub Why Me & Sherry‘s House will receive for is growing every year, which, along a donation from the Local 4 Charitable with the infrastructure investment that Foundation for $10,000. This donation to the Biden administration has set up for us, their heart dance will help them rebuild makes it harder and harder to pass up on the surface of their playground so that for a company that wants to grow itself. more of the kids who need the type of

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assistance that they offer will be able to use and enjoy this playground. This organization holds a special place in my heart as my aunt, Margaret White, was the first Executive Director, and my cousin Jason White, who the dance was started in honor of, to be able to help kids and their parents who are in need is a tremendous thing. It’s only made possible by the generosity and kindness that the members of this great local exemplify. Thank you!

This is one of the many reasons I am proud to be an operating engineer.

Lastly, I’d like to touch on a joint organizing drive we have with Local 877.

We’ve been working to organize Covanta, they operate transfer stations, landfills, and incinerator plants. We are currently negotiating with two of their locations and working on more. Men and women from all over this state and in our area wish to be union. The task at hand is signing the companies that they work for. It’s a long, hard battle with some of these companies, but one that Tayla Rose, myself, and the rest of Business Manager Mike Bowes’s team are up for it.

I’ll close by saying I hope to see you all at the WooSox hospitality event in May. If you see any non-union companies that do our work in your areas, please don’t hesitate to reach out and contact me. I’ll do whatever I can to help any of our members.

From the Funds Office

GREGORY A. GEIMAN, ESQ. FUNDS ADMINIS T R ATOR

I hope this message finds you and your family well and making plans to enjoy a fun and active summer!

The IUOE Local 4 Annuity & Savings Plan’s conversion to the Fidelity recordkeeping system is in the rearview mirror, and I hope that you have taken some time to access Fidelity’s great website and app and to utilize their retirement planning and financial readiness tools.

Remember, ours is a participant-directed plan, and what that means – in a nutshell – is that you are 100% responsible for making investment decisions concerning the employer contributions and 401(k) withholdings that are invested in your Fidelity account.

deemed appropriate for your age and then automatically decreases your exposure to equities as you get closer to, and beyond, your expected retirement age (age 62).

The purpose of this “glide path,” as they call it, is to ensure that your investments are more equity-driven and aggressive when you are younger and most able to ride the ups and downs of the market and more conservative as you get closer to retirement and should become more concerned with cash preservation.

You choose the appropriate target date “vintage” based on your expected retirement age. For example, if you are currently age 50 and likely to retire in or around the year 2036, you could invest The Plan caters to all different types of in either the 2035 or 2040 vintage. (The investors. Active investors can choose closer the year, the more conservative the from large, mid, and small-cap growth portfolio mix.) and value funds, as well as fixed-income, For those within a few years of retirement international, and emerging market who wish to get out of the market investment options. You can diversify your altogether and ensure the preservation of portfolio and either increase or decrease the retirement monies they have accrued to your equity withholdings and your risk date in the years before they stop working, exposure to fit your own tolerance level. the Plan also offers a Stable Value option.

The return on that investment will change That said, not everyone is comfortable actively managing their own portfolio, periodically based on prevailing interest which is why the Plan also partners with rates but is currently providing a stable the American Funds Capital Group target return of 3.17%. date series. These target date options are Your Annuity & Savings account is the diversified and automatically invest you third leg of your retirement stool. If you in an equity/fixed income mix that is are vested, you will have your Local 4

CONTACT (508) 533-1400 ggeiman@local4funds.org

pension, and you should also receive Social Security payments over your lifetime, but it is vital that you grow your Annuity & Savings account during your working years to supplement those two sources of fixed income.

Although your employer is obligated to remit a certain amount per payroll hour for you ($3.25 if you are under the Master Document and a different amount if you work under a Shop Agreement), your account will compound more if you withhold wages from your weekly paycheck and remit those wages as 401(k) contributions. Remember, this helps you in two ways: First, it puts more money away for retirement and gives that money time to grow. Second, because your 401(k) withholdings are pre-tax, it lowers the amount of your taxable earnings each year.

The younger you start, the better! Even $1 per hour will make a huge difference in your retirement income. Please contact the Funds Office at 508-533-1400 to get the forms you need to begin withholding 401(k) today!

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Training Corner

MICHAEL J. CAREY T R AINING COORDIN ATOR

Greetings Brothers and Sisters, I hope you and your families are doing well as we head into another busy construction season this spring.

staff for all their hard work during this busy time, as well as to all the applicants for their interest in the program.

NCCCO testing has continued out in Medway for the third-year The end of the apprenticeship school apprentices. This has gone very well year is almost upon us. We have 25 with most third-year apprentices fourth-year apprentices who we expect having completed their requirements to graduate in June. The class has done and many able to get additional a great job throughout their time at the certifications beyond the minimum Training Center, and we look forward standard. Journey members that may to seeing them graduate to journeyman need help with an NCCCO renewal, I status and begin their transfer. would encourage you to reach out to With the fourth-year class closing in on the Training Center office. In addition graduation, the application process for a to crane classes on the schedule, Peter new class of apprentices has continued Gardiner has made himself available as the work outlook remains strong. during the week for those members During this period, we had nearly 600 who need a light refresher. Those applications to the program. During times are listed on the website. the months of February and March, we CDL B testing for first-year apprentices conducted aptitude testing for those is close to being complete. While this who had completed their application. process is far more time-consuming Four days of interviews were conducted with the new Federal Motor Carrier at the end of March and into early April. regulations, it has been a successful Many thanks to the JATC trustees for year with the apprentices. We were taking time out of their busy schedules able to get some Journey members to interview roughly 175 applicants. It tested throughout the year as well and was a long but productive application plan to have more Journey members A process with many good candidates. and B training and testing heading into We expect to have a new probationary the summer. apprenticeship class beginning in late spring. Thank you to the Training Center

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CONTACT (781) 821-0306 mcarey@local4training.org

Journey member classes continue throughout the year, with the winter season being the busiest season for continuing education and other certification refreshers. Please sign up for the mobile news network and check the Training Center website as new classes are our being added throughout the year.

Lastly, it was great to see everyone in Portland for the March body meeting.

It was nice to be able to host a meeting in Maine and see some members who might otherwise have a hard time getting to the meeting. Have a safe spring, and please reach out if there is anything I or anyone at the Training Center can do to help you.

APRIL 2024 – JUNE 2024

THE TRAINING CENTER UPDATE

ENGINEERS TRAINING CENTER JOURNEY MEMBER COURSE SCHEDULE TEL: 781-821-0306 • OFFICE@LOCAL4TRAINING.ORG • LOCAL4TRAINING.ORG

MEDWAY SEAT TIME/CCO PRACTICALS

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. Please call the office to schedule (781) 821-0306 or email office@local4training.org

FORKLIFT IN PERSON (CANTON) 7:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. (practicals to follow for those who need to take one) Saturday, April 27, 2024 Saturday, May 18, 2024 Saturday, June 1, 2024

FORKLIFT ZOOM 6:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 3, 2024 Monday, May 13, 2024 Wednesday, June 26, 2024 If you are taking the forklift for the first time or your certification has expired, you will need to take a practical exam in addition to the 4-hour class.

HAZMAT 40 HOUR IN PERSON ONLY (CANTON) 6:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. Monday and Wednesday, May 20, 22 and 29, 2024 Monday and Wednesday, June 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 24 and 26, 2024

HAZMAT REFRESHER IN PERSON ONLY (CANTON) 7:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M. Saturday, May 4, 2024 Saturday, June 8, 2024

L. Guerini brought their pump truck to Canton for field training with the Apprentices.

HAZMAT REFRESHER IN PERSON ONLY (CANTON) 6:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. Monday, April 22, 2024 AND Wednesday, April 24, 2024

HOISTING CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASS 1 IN PERSON (CANTON) 7:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. Saturday, April 6, 2024 Saturday, May 11, 2024

HOISTING CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASS 2 IN PERSON (CANTON) 11:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M. Saturday, April 6, 2024 Saturday, May 11, 2024

HOISTING CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASS 3 IN PERSON (CANTON) 7:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. Saturday, April 27, 2024 Saturday, May 18, 2024

Instructor Nick Romaniuk and Apprentice Joe Leeman pick and carry training on the Grove RT in Medway.

HOISTING CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASS 4 IN PERSON (CANTON) 11:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M. Saturday, April 27, 2024 Saturday, May 18, 2024

HOISTING CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASS 1 IN PERSON (CANTON) 6:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. Monday, June 3, 2024

HOISTING CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASS 2 IN PERSON (CANTON) 6:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. Wednesday, June 5, 2024

HOISTING CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASS 3 IN PERSON (CANTON) 6:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. Monday, June 10, 2024

HOISTING CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASS 4 IN PERSON (CANTON) 6:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Local 4 Apprentices in Crosby, Texas with Instructor Peter Gardiner.

Safety Corner

UPDATE CO-S AFE T Y OFFICER

CONTACT pcarpenter@local4training.org

Brothers and Sisters, This month’s safety corner discusses quick coupler safety.

Quick couplers, commonly used on construction equipment, allow for the rapid change of buckets and other attachments. While they can save time safety devices that will prevent an prioritize safety protocols to prevent on the job site, it’s essential to consider unexpected release of a bucket or accidents and protect lives on the danger of quick coupler devices. It attachment. Ensure both the device as construction sites. has been known for many years now well as the safety devices are properly that quick couplers can pose a danger I hope you have a safe and productive installed and functioning. to ground workers who are working construction season, around the equipment. There have been • Never allow ground personnel to work multiple fatalities in the industry due to directly under or close to an excavator Peter Carpenter the unexpected release of an attachment bucket or attachment, even if there are Co-Safety Officer due to the quick coupler device opening safety pins in the quick coupler device. References: up or failing.

Avoiding the line of fire ensures that no one will be in the area where the • www.safetytalkideas.com/safetytalks/ Best Practices to Avoid Unexpected excavator-quick-coupler-device-safety/ bucket lands if something does fail.

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• Communicate to fellow coworkers when quick coupler devices are used, so • Always follow the manufacturer’s they are aware of the additional hazard recommendations for the installation, while working around the excavator. maintenance, and use of these devices.

In summary, while quick couplers • Inspect quick coupler devices before enhance efficiency, operators must use. Look for locking pins or other Coupler Devices

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PAVING THE WAY: LOCAL 4'S KEY ROLE IN THE I-495/I-90 INTERCHANGE TRANSFORMATION Amidst the bustling construction site at the junction of the Mass Pike and 495, in the towns of Westborough and Hopkinton, nearly 25 skilled members of Local 4 are leaving their mark. This ambitious $466 million endeavor, funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, is poised to reshape the region's infrastructure over the next five years.

With precision and dedication, these operators are not merely laying asphalt; they are crafting the foundation of New England's future. Their work exemplifies the values of quality, craftsmanship, and the advancement of union principles.

Spanning miles along the interstate, the project encompasses a complete overhaul of the interchange, the removal of toll booths, and the enhancement of ramps, alongside the reconstruction of seven existing bridges. Local 4 members operate heavy machinery with finesse, orchestrating the intricate paving process with meticulous care. Their expertise ensures that the project progresses seamlessly, promising to benefit New England for years to come.

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1: L-R: Business Representative James M. Marenghi, Operator Christine Callahan, and Local 4 Steward Michael Cullen.

2: Ben Kinney operates an excavator.

3: Paul Marois operates an excavator.

4: Felix Colon putting in a catch basin.

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5: Alex Appiah on a Komatsu loader.

6: L-R: John Rossi operates a loader, James M. Marenghi is the Business Representative for the Worcester-Framingham area, Rick Perry runs an excavator, and Michael Cullen is a Local 4 Steward.

7: Operators Pamela French and Brandon Sullivan.

8: Chuck Roach runs a Komatsu loader.

10: Ricky Johnson operating an excavator.

9: Tom Tancrede at the Westborough jobsite.

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CELEBRATING THE WOMEN OF LOCAL 4

TOP LEFT: L-R: Heather Daly, Alexandra Simonovitch, General President James T. Callahan, Organizer Tayla Rose, Bethany Perry, Candace Waldie and Jacklynn Leavens.

TOP RIGHT: Women proudly representing Local 4 at the Tradeswomen Build Nations conference in Washington, D.C. BOTTOM LEFT: Christine Callahan is an Operator for Local 4.

BOTTOM RIGHT: Alexandra Simonovitch running an excavator for W.L. French.

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Local 4 is proud to celebrate the women in our ranks throughout the year and we're happy to highlight some recent achievements and events focused on women in the trades. Some of the women that make Local 4 so great can be seen here working hard, enjoying the 2023 Boston Union Trade Sisters Gala, and encouraging industry growth at the 2023 Tradeswomen Build Nations Conference.

TOP LEFT: Gina Petrillo running a drill rig for HUB. TOP MIDDLE: Amanda Gibbon running an excavator for United Civil.

TOP RIGHT: Candace Waldie running a Favco for Boss Steel.

BOTTOM LEFT: L-R: Organizer Tayla Rose, Victoria Johnson, Christine Callahan, Delilah Shaw, Michele Kelley, Antonia Cardoza, Candace Waldie, Gina Petrillo, River Studley, Sarah Cote and Rachael Conway at the Boston Union Trade Sisters Gala.

BOTTOM RIGHT: Rachael Conway and Sarah Cote at the Boston Union Trade Sisters Gala.

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Local 4 members have been busy this season.

Take a look at some of the projects and events our Operating Engineers have been involved with over the past few months.

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1: L-R: Zach Eldridge, Jose Navarro, Joe Leeman, Dave Shea, Brandon Sweeney, Zach Waters and Boston Building Trades General Agent, Brian Doherty assisted the Marjorie Decker campaign with signatures on primary day.

2: On the left is Derrill McDonough, and on the right Candace Waldie, working for Boss Steel at Mass General Hospital.

7: Operator Conor Malakie and James Roach working for Maxim Crane, taking down the L Street Power House.

8: Operator Tyler Victoria working on Hemans Street in Worcester for Borggaard Construction.

9: Operators Brian Cesati, George Welch, and Apprentice Christian Billingsly on SPS’ Liebherr LR 1200 SX at Lynn/Saugus Route 107.

3: Operator Ronald Champagne working for Bond 10: Operator Tom Frongillo demoing a building at Brothers just outside of Fenway Park before the Saint-Gobain in Worcester, a 54-acre job with 45 Red Sox return. buildings.

4: J. Derenzo prepares the site for Bay Crane’s 11: Operator Ryan Coutu and Apprentice Anthony crawler to come in and start a precast concrete DiMinico on Maxim’s Manitowoc 300-ton VPN garage at Faulkner Hospital in Jamaica Plain.

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5: L-R: Michael J. Carey, Paul C. DiMinico, 12: Local 4 members attending the December Christopher T. Fogarty, Christopher L. Carey, 2023 Body Meeting.

Business Manager Michael J. Bowes, David F. Shea, Jr., David F. Fantini, Tayla M. Rose, James 13: Brother Pat Hunt setting a large rebar cage at M. Marenghi, Ryan P. Mancini at Massachusetts MDX 290 Binney Street in Cambridge.

Building Trades Union Convention.

6: Local 4 presents the donations from the December 2023 body meeting to Cradles to Crayons.

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PRESIDENT BIDEN FOR UNIONS Delegates at the International Union of Operating Engineers 40th General Convention voted to endorse President Joe Biden for re-election.

President Biden prioritized workers throughout his first term by spearheading crucial initiatives like the American Rescue Plan, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the CHIPS and Science Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act. His leadership has directly impacted the lives of operating engineers, improving our situations by providing much-needed support and relief during challenging times.

"President Biden has been on the side of working people throughout his career in public service.” says James T. Callahan, General President of the International Union of Operating Engineers, “Given another term, we know he will continue to stand up for the policies that put operating engineers to work, the policies that pay us a fair wage, and

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the policies that bring us home safely to our families at the end of the day."

Among the many steps the Biden Administration has taken to support workers, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is critical to our work as operating engineers, providing funding to rebuild and invest in our transportation — from roadways and bridges to public transit. With this law, $6 billion in infrastructure funding is coming to Massachusetts, providing numerous job opportunities to our members for years to come. The Biden Administration supports safe, high-paying, union jobs.

Stay tuned for updates and ways to get involved with supporting our endorsed candidates in the coming months!

Together, we can continue to build a better future for workers across the nation.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES The Greater Southeastern Massachusetts Labor Council will award three $1,000 scholarships to the students selected as winners during the competition.

The deadline to apply for this scholarship is Sunday, April 21, 2024. Find the application form with the linked eligibility criteria here: https://bit.ly/GSMCLC2024ScholarApp The Central Mass AFL-CIO will be awarding 12-15 $1,000 scholarships.

The scholarship recipients will be drawn by lottery at the May community services committee meeting and the winners will be announced at the Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament on Monday, June 24, 2024.

All names must be submitted by Friday, April 26, 2024. For more information and the application visit: IUOELocal4.org/resources/scholarships IMPORTANT: Before filling out these applications, please review the eligibility criteria for each.

MAINE BODY MEETING We were thrilled to convene our March Body Meeting in Portland, Maine, providing a chance to engage with our local members.

Our Union remains dedicated to fostering accessible leadership and maintaining a continuous dialogue with our members.

During the March gathering, our business representatives presented their reports, and we discussed upcoming events, ongoing member projects, and plans for future charitable endeavors. It was truly wonderful to witness the strong turnout of members!

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7TH ANNUAL WILLIAM D. MCLAUGHLIN GOLF OUTING The Annual Golf Outing will take place on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at Stow Acres Country Club in Stow, MA. This year we will be raising funds to support veterans causes. Please see the opposite page for the registration form and additional information.

WORCESTER WOOSOX HOME GAME TICKETS All those interested in attending a game should reach out to Business Representative James Marenghi by calling 508-384-2170 or emailing office@iuoelocal4.org. In your message, please include your preferred date for home games. Home plate field box tickets are available on a first come, first served basis, so be sure to reach out in advance.

HEALTH & WELFARE FUND 5K – JUNE 9 The Local 4 Health & Welfare Fund looks forward to hosting its third annual 5K event on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at Bellingham High School in Bellingham, MA. In addition to walking, running, or attending in support of your Brothers & Sisters, attendees can also connect with representatives from our healthcare programs. Be on the lookout for more information — coming soon. Mark your calendar and check www.local4funds.org for updates.

QUARTERLY NOTIFIED MEETING The Quarterly Notified Meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Florian Hall, 55 Hallet Street, Dorchester, MA. The Officers will read their Quarterly Reports.

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Operating Engineers Local 4 Charitable Foundation, Inc. 7th Annual William D. McLaughlin Golf Outing Supporting Veterans Causes

Sunday, August 25, 2024

Stow Acres Country Club 58 Randall Road • Stow, MA

Registration Information Name: Street Address: City/State/Zip: Home/Cell #: Email:

Payment Information

Participant Levels Individual Outing Fee

$225

Foursome Outing Fee

$900

Lunch and Gift

$65

Lunch Only

$25

Hole Sponsor

$400

Make checks payable to: Operating Engineers Local 4 Charitable Foundation, Inc.

Each registered golfer receives 18 holes of golf with cart, lunch and dinner, special gift, and prizes!

Mail or deliver to: IUOE Local 4 Golf Outing 16 Trotter Drive Medway, MA 02053

Each registered golfer receives 18 holes of golf with cart, lunch and dinner, special gift, and prizes!

TOTAL ENCLOSED

Registration will be done on a first come, first served basis.

Golfer registration is not confirmed until payment is received.

Spots are limited. No refunds available after July 25. Please call 508-533-1433 with any questions. Office hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.

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STAY CONNECTED WITH LOCAL 4 To receive updates on Local 4 news and events, text ENGINEERS to 833-923-2538 or scan the following QR code.

KEEP YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION UP-TO-DATE Have you moved, changed phone numbers, or updated your email address lately? It's crucial that we have all of your current contact information on file at the Union Hall. Please take a few minutes to let us know about any recent changes. Please send your name, registration number, mailing address, cell phone number, and email address by mail or electronically.

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PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS ◦ Visit IUOELocal4.org. ◦ Click Pay Dues Online with EZPay/Xpresspay — Union Dues Only on the homepage. ◦ Enter your name, registration number, credit card number, and the desired payment amount ($45, $90, $135, or $180). · An asterisk * indicates a required field; please fill in all information completely to ensure accurate processing. ◦ Complete the steps and your dues will be credited the next business day. ◦ Your receipt will be sent to you in accordance with your payment.

The online portal will only accept union dues payments, not working dues. For working dues, members should call 508-533-1400. For Union Dues questions, please call the Union Hall at 508-533-1433.

PLEASE NOTE Please note that a transaction fee is added for online payment. To avoid this fee, we recommend the standard method of check, mail, or in-person payment.

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Send check, cash, or money order mailed or delivered to: IUOE Local 4 Union Hall 16 Trotter Drive Medway, MA 02053

IN MEMORIAM The Officers and Members of the Local offer their sincere condolences to the families and friends of the following: James R. Anderson

Furio DeSimone

Paul P. Lembo, Sr.

Kenneth Rowan

Martin H. Beatty, Jr.

Joseph A. Dussault

Frank M. Marino

Arthur G. St. Germain

Paul B. Bennett

Michelle A. Garland

Kenneth M. Matthews

John F. Tormey

Robert E. Bernardo

Joseph P. Getchell

Robert P. Patuto, Sr.

Everett F. Torres, Jr.

Martin E. Black

Arnold J. Harris, Jr.

Jean Y. Pelletier

Anthony V. Vigliotti

Arthur D. DeRosa, Jr.

John F. Holland

Donald Petullo

James J. Young

PLEASE REFER TO OUR WEBSITE FREQUENTLY FOR CURRENT OBITUARY AND SERVICE INFORMATION (IUOELOCAL4.ORG/IN-MEMORIAM/).

CONGRATUL ATIONS

RETIREES Local 4 would like to extend their congratulations to the following members who have announced their retirement.

Congratulations on starting this next chapter of your life!

Lionel M. Aubin

Brian DeTerra

Michael A. McGuire

Adriano M. Sanches

Daniel Camara

James F. Fish

Mark C. Mellea

Robert Tivey, Jr.

James A. Carenzo

Scott W. Flanagan

Kevin E. Murray, Sr.

John L. Virgilio

Neil D. Chapman

Richard C. Gifford

Tamra Nevins

Philip T. Wright

Andrew B. Combs

Bradford W. Leet

Mark J. Powers

David R. Delgenio

Dana R. Longtin

Joseph M. Renzi, Jr.

William F. Dervan

Duane J. Mandeville

Joseph T. Ryan, Jr.

Manuel C. DeSousa

Richard A. Maynard, Jr.

Robert F. Ryan

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Pictured left to right Tayla Rose, Jacklynn Leavens, Alexandra Simonovitch, Heather Daly, Bethany Perry and Candace Waldie

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