Operating Engineers Local 4 Spring 2024 News Magazine

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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. NOTIFIED MEETING 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

Business Manager's Report

MICHAEL J. BOWES

Business Representative Reports

DAVID F. SHEA, JR.

CHRISTOPHER L. CAREY

CHRISTOPHER T. FOGARTY

PAUL C. DIMINICO

DAVID F. FANTINI

JAMES M. MARENGHI

ROBERT A. BURR

TAYLA M. ROSE, ORGANIZER

RYAN P. MANCINI, ORGANIZER

Funds Administrator's Update Training Coordinator's Update Safety Corner Update Project Spotlight

OFFICERS AND PRINCIPALS

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

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.

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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.

MICHAEL J. BOWES

BUSINESS MANAGER’S REPORT

Brothers and Sisters,

As we welcome spring, I hope this news magazine finds you in good health and high spirits. With the arrival of warmer weather, we are witnessing a significant surge in construction activities, thanks to substantial investments from federal and state entities, including those supported by the Biden administration. These investments provide exciting opportunities and create thousands of jobs for our operating engineers. As you drive our region, you’ll no doubt see work picking up, with our members hard at work at job sites throughout New England.

It’s been a busy start to 2024 for union leadership as well. In January, we attended the IUOE Winter Meeting. In March, Local 4 joined building trade union leaders in Springfield for the Massachusetts Building Trades’ 105th Convention. We also held our Maine Body Meeting, which featured Troy Jackson speaking about upcoming projects and priorities.

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

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

I have great news regarding the NLRB charges related to the Vineyard Wind project. The Longshoreman withdrew the charges, knowing the NLRB would rule against them. This is a major victory for the Operating Engineers. Thank you to Dave Fantini for all his hard work. We had a great partnership with O’Donoghue and O’Donoghue law firm, who took the time to learn the details and help us get this referred to the Division of Advice and then withdrawn in a timely manner. With the warmer weather comes more social opportunities, including our eagerly anticipated 7th Annual William D. McLaughlin Golf Outing. Expect a day filled with solidarity and friendly competition on the greens. The Charitable Foundation board voted that this year's proceeds would go to veterans causes. Registration is open now; see page 25 for information on how to sign up.

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.

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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.

In Cambridge, the courthouse renovation project is winding down with Julian on the hoists, Derenzo doing the site work, and Xquisite doing the landscaping. 604 Main Street is also almost complete, with Marr on the hoists, Dow finishing the site, and Xquisite doing the landscape. MIT Grad has Marr on the hoists and Derenzo doing site work. The Metropolitan warehouse project has Maxim’s tower crane, Safeway has

DAVID F. SHEA, JR.

President

BUSINESS REPRESENTATIVE:

CAMBRIDGE/NORTH OF BOSTON AREA

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 on the hoist and Derenzo doing the site work. At Assembly Row, JMA’s project has Julian on the hoists, Derenzo finishing the site, Brightview doing the landscaping, and Bay Crane in and out. At Consigli’s project, Marr has the hoists, and AA Will has the site. In Charlestown, J.F. White is still working on the North Washington Street Bridge. At the Charlestown housing project, Cavalieri is doing the site work, and

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.

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CHRISTOPHER L. CAREY

Vice

As we enter the Spring season, I am looking forward to another busy construction season. Boston remains steady with many work opportunities. If you are out of work, I encourage you to take advantage of the Training Center to further your skill set and acquire as many licenses as you can as they relate to our trade.

I was able to take part in presenting a check to the Cradles to Crayons organization. With the member’s generosity at the December body meeting and the Local matching the donation we were able to donate just over $13,000. It was great to see that money go to such a good cause. They help children who are unable to afford proper clothing, especially at that time of year.

In March, we held another body meeting in Portland, Maine. It was great to see some of the members who aren’t normally able to attend the meetings that are held in Boston. Business Manager Michael Bowes and Business Representative Robert Burr did a great job planning and hosting the meeting.

Many of the jobs in Boston kept going through out the winter. Many more will be starting in the spring along with the street work. Mass General Hospital is continuing the expansion of the hospital that will be done 100% union. Boss Steel has put up two tower cranes, AA Will digging out six floors below, and G & C

doing the concrete work. Trevi Icos wraps up the foundation at Huntington Towers; W.L. French will begin the excavation. This will be a 34-story residential highrise with retail on the bottom two floors. The Landmark Center project continues to provide jobs for our membership. This is a development in the Fenway neighborhood that currently has two tower cranes erecting steel, two outside hoist, site, utility, and landscaping to come. Simmons College has started the construction of its Living and Learning Center. This will tie the campus together and is scheduled to be completed in 2026. JDC Demolition finished taking the old parking garage down, Allied Pile drove the sheets, and J. Derenzo is doing the excavation. In Allston, Harvard University continues to develop its land. Three buildings are underway with several of our signatories working on them. The last piece of precast came down at the Congress Street Garage. That was a very complex job that took years, unfortunately, we lost Brother Peter Monsini on that job, may he rest in peace. Innovation Center in the Seaport is set to start shortly, and the demolition is complete with Trevi Icos and W.L. French set to go in. We have a number of large jobs that are currently under construction and more that have already been approved by the city.

(508) 384-0823

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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! CONTACT

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.

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CHRISTOPHER T. FOGARTY

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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Recording-Corresponding
Secretary BUSINESS REPRESENTATIVE: SHOPS / 4E / CONCRETE PUMPS CONTACT (781) 294-1090 c.fogarty@iuoelocal4.org

PAUL C. DIMINICO Financial Secretary

BUSINESS REPRESENTATIVE:

MERRIMACK VALLEY / ESSEX COUNTY, MA & ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, 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.

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

I wish all of you and your families a prosperous spring/summer season. As always, thank you for your continued support! CONTACT

(978) 851-8389

p.diminico@iuoelocal4.org

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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

DAVID F. FANTINI Treasurer

BUSINESS REPRESENTATIVE: SOUTH SHORE AREA

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.

Consigli also has a couple of good-sized jobs in the area. They have started at the BristolPlymouth Regional School in Taunton, a $300 million project, and they are also at Sturdy Hospital in Attleboro. J.R. Vinagro is working on both projects, and as of now, all the work is slated to be done union on both sites.

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 attack from the other trades it helps us police our jurisdiction.

As always, if I can be of any assistance please do not hesitate to call and I hope to see you in an upcoming meeting.

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JAMES M. MARENGHI

BUSINESS REPRESENTATIVE: WORCESTER-FRAMINGHAM AREA

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

(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. CONTACT

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CONTACT

(207) 426-9910

r.burr@iuoelocal4.org

Brothers and Sisters,

Happy New Year! I’m sure everyone is looking forward to spring and putting the cold weather in our rearview. Shockingly, Right to Work for Less was on the docket in the New Hampshire House. This bill is nothing more than an attempt by out-of-state corporate special interest groups to abolish unions altogether. They come from out of state to grab new state representatives and bring forward this legislation. This has been going on for the last forty years. HB 1377 is now dead in the New Hampshire House, and based on state law, if the same draft of the bill is shot down in the House, it can’t have the same language as it does now in the Senate. We all seem to think this has no steam in the Senate and will likely die there, too. But it’s not over until it’s over. If you live in New Hampshire, please contact your

ROBERT A. BURR

BUSINESS REPRESENTATIVE: MAINE / NH-BELKNAP-CARROLL-COOS-STRAFFORD COUNTIES

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, Michels dredging has been underway since November 23—operating 24 hours/ day, 7 days/week, for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. This job is close to being completed and has provided some great hours. North American Crane has been part of the mob and demobilization.

Bath Iron Works is in Bath, Maine. Shawmut Crane supports BIW's crane shipbuilding needs with Local 4. Costello Dismantling, in Biddeford, is taking down St Joesph's Spiritual Center.

In Leeds, Maine newly signed Brooks Drilling has begun a large solar farm project. Conversations with Brooks have been positive on capturing more of these solar sites. There is such a small percentage of these solar farms that have been completed, and a good opportunity to gain some market share. There will

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,

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TAYLA M. ROSE

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.

I would like to start by recognizing that Local 4 proudly raised $13,000 for Cradles to Crayons at our December meeting, all thanks to our members’ generosity. Cradles to Crayons helps children in need by providing essential items to children who are homeless or from low-income families. Our donation will make a meaningful difference in the lives of these young ones, showcasing our union's commitment to giving back to our community.

It was great to see everyone up in Maine again this year. Huge thank you to Business Representative Robert Burr for orchestrating this meeting once again for all of us and to our Business Manager Mike Bowes for carrying on this tradition.

We are fortunate to live in a time where Labor Unions receive strong support from pro-union leaders, notably our

pro-union President Joe Biden. Early in his term, President Biden took decisive action in support of labor unions. One significant move was appointing Jennifer Abruzzo as the General Counsel for the NLRB. Since Abruzzo's appointment, the unionization process for workers has notably improved, and there has been a marked increase in prosecutions against employers who violate workers' rights.

Cases such as “CEMEX Construction Materials Pacific, LLC” have helped to restructure the determining factor as to when employers are to bargain with unions, without an election. Following this new structure, upon union demand for voluntary recognition with the majority support of employees, the employer must recognize and begin the bargaining process. If the employer chooses not to do so, they must promptly file an RM Petition. Elections will be set aside if the employer commits any unfair labor practices, and the board will order the employer to recognize and bargain with the Union.

Lastly, I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation to each and every one for their hard work and dedication to Local 4. These attributes not only bolster the organization from within but also catch the eye of responsible contractors seeking safe, talented, and reliable Operating Engineers. Thank you for all of your support, I hope that you have a safe and busy spring. Please don’t hesitate to reach out anytime, or if you have any good leads on a company you’d like to see with us. Take care.

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ORGANIZER
CONTACT
(508) 902-7188 t.rose@iuoelocal4.org

CONTACT

(508) 902-7379

r.mancini@iuoelocal4.org

Dear Brothers and Sisters, We’ve made it through another New England winter. Personally, I can’t wait for the warm weather to return and kick off the work season. Many of the nonunion companies shutter their doors for the winter months and go dormant, and as they begin to wake up and start working again, we will be there to attempt to organize them and create new opportunities for our members.

We sat down to talk with some companies that would be great additions this winter. Some headway has been made between in-person meetings and phone calls they know that we have the men and women to do the work and that the work is out there. The number of union contractors to sub for is growing every year, which, along with the infrastructure investment that the Biden administration has set up for us, makes it harder and harder to pass up on for a company that wants to grow itself.

RYAN P. MANCINI ORGANIZER

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 benefits of being a signatory. They are an MBE company looking to subcontract for our larger signatory contractors. It’s great 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 themselves and their employees. This will be another solid example of the benefits of partnering with Local 4, and the opportunity to expand the biddable work and availability of competent, experienced operators is a home run for their company, I wish them the best in all their endeavors.

To all those who attended the Maine body meeting, it was great to see you there. It helps to strengthen the already tight bond that we have as brother and sister members across state lines. It also highlights the hard work that Business Manager Mike Bowes and Business Representative Bobby Burr are doing on behalf of the Local in Maine.

Why Me & Sherry‘s House will receive a donation from the Local 4 Charitable Foundation for $10,000. This donation to their heart dance will help them rebuild the surface of their playground so that more of the kids who need the type of

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.

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From the Funds Office GREGORY A. GEIMAN, ESQ.

FUNDS ADMINISTRATOR

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.

The Plan caters to all different types of investors. Active investors can choose from large, mid, and small-cap growth and value funds, as well as fixed-income, international, and emerging market investment options. You can diversify your portfolio and either increase or decrease your equity withholdings and your risk exposure to fit your own tolerance level.

That said, not everyone is comfortable actively managing their own portfolio, which is why the Plan also partners with the American Funds Capital Group target date series. These target date options are diversified and automatically invest you in an equity/fixed income mix that is

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 in either the 2035 or 2040 vintage. (The closer the year, the more conservative the portfolio mix.)

For those within a few years of retirement who wish to get out of the market altogether and ensure the preservation of the retirement monies they have accrued to date in the years before they stop working, the Plan also offers a Stable Value option. The return on that investment will change periodically based on prevailing interest rates but is currently providing a stable return of 3.17%.

Your Annuity & Savings account is the third leg of your retirement stool. If you are vested, you will have your Local 4

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

TRAINING COORDINATOR

Greetings Brothers and Sisters,

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

The end of the apprenticeship school year is almost upon us. We have 25 fourth-year apprentices who we expect to graduate in June. The class has done a great job throughout their time at the Training Center, and we look forward to seeing them graduate to journeyman status and begin their transfer.

With the fourth-year class closing in on graduation, the application process for a new class of apprentices has continued as the work outlook remains strong. During this period, we had nearly 600 applications to the program. During the months of February and March, we conducted aptitude testing for those who had completed their application. Four days of interviews were conducted at the end of March and into early April. Many thanks to the JATC trustees for taking time out of their busy schedules to interview roughly 175 applicants. It was a long but productive application process with many good candidates. We expect to have a new probationary apprenticeship class beginning in late spring. Thank you to the Training Center

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 apprentices. This has gone very well with most third-year apprentices having completed their requirements and many able to get additional certifications beyond the minimum standard. Journey members that may need help with an NCCCO renewal, I would encourage you to reach out to the Training Center office. In addition to crane classes on the schedule, Peter Gardiner has made himself available during the week for those members who need a light refresher. Those times are listed on the website.

CDL B testing for first-year apprentices is close to being complete. While this process is far more time-consuming with the new Federal Motor Carrier regulations, it has been a successful year with the apprentices. We were able to get some Journey members tested throughout the year as well and plan to have more Journey members A and B training and testing heading into the summer.

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.

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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.

APRIL 2024 – JUNE 2024

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

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

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 on the job site, it’s essential to consider the danger of quick coupler devices. It has been known for many years now that quick couplers can pose a danger to ground workers who are working around the equipment. There have been multiple fatalities in the industry due to the unexpected release of an attachment due to the quick coupler device opening up or failing.

Best Practices to Avoid Unexpected Releases While Using Quick Coupler Devices

• Always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for the installation, maintenance, and use of these devices.

• Inspect quick coupler devices before use. Look for locking pins or other

Safety Corner UPDATE

CO-SAFETY OFFICER

safety devices that will prevent an unexpected release of a bucket or attachment. Ensure both the device as well as the safety devices are properly installed and functioning.

• Never allow ground personnel to work directly under or close to an excavator bucket or attachment, even if there are safety pins in the quick coupler device. Avoiding the line of fire ensures that no one will be in the area where the bucket lands if something does fail.

• Communicate to fellow coworkers when quick coupler devices are used, so they are aware of the additional hazard while working around the excavator.

In summary, while quick couplers enhance efficiency, operators must

prioritize safety protocols to prevent accidents and protect lives on construction sites.

I hope you have a safe and productive construction season,

References:

• www.safetytalkideas.com/safetytalks/ excavator-quick-coupler-device-safety/

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CONTACT

Project Spotlight

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.

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.

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8: Chuck Roach runs a Komatsu loader. 9: Tom Tancrede at the Westborough jobsite. 10: Ricky Johnson operating an excavator.

CELEBRATING THE WOMEN OF LOCAL 4

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

LOCAL 4 AT WORK

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.

3: Operator Ronald Champagne working for Bond Brothers just outside of Fenway Park before the Red Sox return.

4: J. Derenzo prepares the site for Bay Crane’s crawler to come in and start a precast concrete garage at Faulkner Hospital in Jamaica Plain.

5: L-R: Michael J. Carey, Paul C. DiMinico, Christopher T. Fogarty, Christopher L. Carey, Business Manager Michael J. Bowes, David F. Shea, Jr., David F. Fantini, Tayla M. Rose, James M. Marenghi, Ryan P. Mancini at Massachusetts Building Trades Union Convention.

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

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.

10: Operator Tom Frongillo demoing a building at Saint-Gobain in Worcester, a 54-acre job with 45 buildings.

11: Operator Ryan Coutu and Apprentice Anthony DiMinico on Maxim’s Manitowoc 300-ton VPN Max, at Lynn/Saugus Route 107.

12: Local 4 members attending the December 2023 Body Meeting.

13: Brother Pat Hunt setting a large rebar cage at MDX 290 Binney Street in Cambridge.

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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

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.

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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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7 TH 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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Registration Information

Payment Information

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.

Please note: Signage is not guaranteed after August 1.

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complete information for each registered golfer). Supporting Veterans Causes Operating Engineers Local 4 Charitable Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Registration/Lunch 11:00 am Shotgun Start 12:30 pm
Individual Outing Fee $225 Foursome Outing Fee $900 Lunch and Gift $65 Lunch Only $25 Hole Sponsor $400 TOTAL ENCLOSED $ Each registered golfer receives 18 holes of golf with cart, lunch and dinner, special gift, and prizes! Each registered golfer receives 18 holes of golf with cart, lunch and dinner, special gift, and prizes! Name: Street Address: City/State/Zip: Home/Cell #: Email: Make checks payable to: Operating Engineers Local 4 Charitable Foundation, Inc.
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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.

IUOE Local 4

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office@iuoelocal4.org

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IN MEMORIAM

The Officers and Members of the Local offer their sincere condolences to the families and friends of the following:

James R. Anderson

Martin H. Beatty, Jr.

Paul B. Bennett

Robert E. Bernardo

Martin E. Black

Arthur D. DeRosa, Jr.

Furio DeSimone

Joseph A. Dussault

Michelle A. Garland

Joseph P. Getchell

Arnold J. Harris, Jr.

John F. Holland

Paul P. Lembo, Sr.

Frank M. Marino

Kenneth M. Matthews

Robert P. Patuto, Sr.

Jean Y. Pelletier

Donald Petullo

Kenneth Rowan

Arthur G. St. Germain

John F. Tormey

Everett F. Torres, Jr.

Anthony V. Vigliotti

James J. Young

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

RETIREES CONGRATULATIONS

Lionel M. Aubin

Daniel Camara

James A. Carenzo

Neil D. Chapman

Andrew B. Combs

David R. Delgenio

William F. Dervan

Manuel C. DeSousa

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! THANK

Brian DeTerra

James F. Fish

Scott W. Flanagan

Richard C. Gifford

Bradford W. Leet

Dana R. Longtin

Duane J. Mandeville

Richard A. Maynard, Jr.

Michael A. McGuire

Mark C. Mellea

Kevin E. Murray, Sr.

Tamra Nevins

Mark J. Powers

Joseph M. Renzi, Jr.

Joseph T. Ryan, Jr.

Robert F. Ryan

Adriano M. Sanches

Robert Tivey, Jr.

John L. Virgilio

Philip T. Wright

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YOU FOR YOUR DEDICATION AND SERVICE TO OUR GREAT

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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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