SUMMER 2020
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SMW17 UPDATE
DELIVERING RESULTS IS WHAT WE DO
LOCAL 17 VOTES PROJECT SPOTLIGHT: OLD CITY HALL IN BOSTON CELEBRATING A CENTENARIAN: BROTHER PELLEGRINO TULIMIERI
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BUSINESS MANAGER'S REPORT
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BROTHERS AND SISTERS, At Local 17, we have each other’s backs — and this summer, we’ve proven that when we stand together, we can rise to meet any challenge. Despite a global pandemic and tough economic times, we’re working hard across the region and doing everything we can to fight for you and your families.
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Our strength starts at the bargaining table, and I’m glad to report that we successfully negotiated new contracts in Maine and Rhode Island this summer. We won a new three-year contract that will result in all-around wage increases for Maine members. And when Rhode Island contractors ignored our repeated requests to negotiate a new contract, we went on strike for two weeks to fight for the best deal possible. It paid off. We settled on a three-year deal that will ensure that the next generation of sheet metal workers can stay in the Ocean State. Thank you to all who stood by us during these negotiations. You bring unmatched skill to the job, and your wages should always reflect that dedication.
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We also have the chance to strengthen our Union as we enter the election season. It goes without saying that the results of the September 1 Massachusetts primary, September 8 New Hampshire primary, and November 3 general election will have far-reaching effects. We need to have allies in the halls of power who’ll protect our training programs, jobs, and benefits, and ensure that all workers will be treated fairly and equally. That’s what we stand for at Local 17, and that’s who will best represent us in our town halls, state legislatures, and in Washington D.C. See the full list of Local 17’s endorsed candidates and election information on Page 4 of this issue.
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Though the future may be uncertain, you have my word: we’ll never stop fighting for you. We stand by our values of respect and decency for all members regardless of race, gender, or religion. Together, we can continue to make sure that everyone has a chance to work hard and provide for their families. Whether it’s on the job site, at the bargaining table, or at the ballot box, our collective voice can keep our Union strong.
SHEET METAL WORKERS LOCAL 17 Sheet Metal Workers Local 17 is a building trade union representing more than 2,700 skilled and licensed workers throughout Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. We stand together as the most highly trained professionals in the industry, bringing the top safety standards and quality to every project.
In Solidarity,
Local 17 was formed in 1896 so that men and women working in the sheet metal industry could bargain collectively for better work standards. Today, our members enjoy dignified contracts, industry-leading wages and healthcare, and a sound pension plan they can count on after retirement. 1157 Adams Street, Dorchester, MA 02124 (617) 296-1680
FRONT COVER: Local 17 members renovate the historic roof.
Bob Butler Business Manager Sheet Metal Workers Local 17
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ELECTION GUIDE
Local 17’s Political Action Committee proudly endorses the following candidates.
MA STATE SENATE JOE BIDEN PRESIDENT
JOE KENNEDY III U.S. SENATE – MA
DAN FELTES GOVERNOR – NH
RICHARD NEAL U.S. HOUSE – MA DISTRICT 1
LOCAL 17 VOTES LORI TRAHAN U.S. HOUSE – MA DISTRICT 3
WE NEED TO ELECT LEADERS WHO’LL STAND WITH US AND KEEP OUR UNION STRONG.
KATHERINE CLARK U.S. HOUSE – MA DISTRICT 5
STEPHEN LYNCH U.S. HOUSE – MA DISTRICT 8
Look out for your mail-in ballot application for the primary, and make sure you’re registered to vote before the deadline. Register to vote, apply for a mail-in ballot, and learn more about the candidates who will fight for us:
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John Cronin Worcester & Middlesex John Keenan Norfolk & Plymouth John Velis 2nd Hampden & Hampshire Patrick O’Connor Plymouth & Norfolk Rebecca Rausch Norfolk, Bristol & Middlesex Susan Moran Plymouth & Barnstable Jim Welch Hampden Mike Brady 2nd Plymouth & Bristol Nick Collins 1st Suffolk Pat Jehlen 2nd Middlesex Walter Timilty Norfolk, Bristol & Plymouth Christine Crean Worcester & Norfolk
▪ Michael Rush Suffolk and Norfolk
JIM MCGOVERN U.S. HOUSE – MA DISTRICT 2
It’s on all of us to vote for candidates who’ll defend our unions, protect our jobs, and support our families. This election season, states across New England are making it safe and easy to vote with new mail-in voting options, so everyone can vote right from home.
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BILL KEATING U.S. HOUSE – MA DISTRICT 9
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Christine Barber 34th Middlesex Brian Hamlin 9th Norfolk James Murphy 4th Norfolk Jerald Parisella 6th Essex Mark Cusak 5th Norfolk Amber Hewett 1st Essex Brendan Roche 1st Bristol Carmine Gentile 13th Middlesex Dan Sena 37th Middlesex Deb Busser 1st Middlesex Emmanuel Dockter 5th Plymouth Joan Meschino 3rd Plymouth Josh Cutler 6th Plymouth Kathy LaNatra 12th Plymouth Kerri O’Connor 3rd Hampden Mike Day 31st Middlesex Natalie Higgins 4th Worcester Sally Kerans 13th Essex Samuel Biagetti 5th Worcester Thomas Stanley 9th Middlesex Will LaRose 2nd Franklin
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Dan Ryan 2nd Suffolk David Linsky 5th Middlesex John Lawn 10th Middlesex John Rogers 12th Norfolk Kevin Honan 17th Suffolk Michell DuBois 10th Plymouth Paul Donato 35th Middlesex
▪ Vanna Howard 17th Middlesex ▪ William Galvin 6th Norfolk ▪ Meghan Kilcoyne 12th Worcester ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪
Orlando Ramos 9th Hampden Patrick Reynolds 14th Bristol Carol Doherty 3rd Bristol Christina Eckert 2nd Essex David Robertson 19th Middlesex Jacob Oliveira 7th Hampden Jim Dever 5th Barnstable Michael Kushmerek 3rd Worcester Patrick Kearney 4th Plymouth Tram Nguyen 18th Essex Erika Uyterhoeven 27th Middlesex Marianela Rivera 17th Essex Rob Consalvo 14th Suffolk Ted Philips 8th Norfolk Stephanie Everett 12th Suffolk Marjorie Decker 25th Middlesex David Biele 4th Suffolk
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Patrick McDermott Norfolk County Sheriff Terry Kennedy Governor’s Council Noel Dibona Register of Probate of Norfolk County Charles Ryan Norfolk County Commissioner Brad Croall Norfolk County Treasurer
NH STATE ▪ Bill Bolton - State Senator ▪ Mark Mackenzie - Executive Council ▪ Cinde Warmington - Executive Council
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PROJECT SPOTLIGHT
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PROJECT SPOTLIGHT: OLD CITY HALL FOR OVER 120 YEARS, THE SITE OF BOSTON’S OLD CITY HALL HAS HOSTED NEW ENGLAND’S MOST PROMINENT LEADERS.
copper paneling. The upper deck has also been outfitted with a new, hand-crafted copper facade to match the previous decaying woodwork.
The site was originally home to Boston’s first public school, founded by Ben Franklin, John Hancock, and Sam Adams. In 1865, the City Hall was built and served as the center of Boston’s government under 38 mayors. In recent years, over 20 of Boston’s leading businesses have used the Hall as prime office space.
The new roof is critical to Boston’s long-term project of making the Old City Hall safe and accessible for residents.
Now, Local 17 is renovating the site as part of a new project to renew and strengthen it for the 21st Century. Local 17 members at Gilbert & Becker Roofing have worked through the hot summer months to restore the building’s timeworn roof. With meticulous craftsmanship, the team led by Local 17’s Brian Hermanson has replaced the 130-year-old detailed
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1. From L to R: Josh King, Russell Bartash, Brian Hermanson, Justin Marshall, Jacob Holland, Kristafor Daniels.
“This renovation will turn our seven-acre space into a welcoming, accessible space for all,” Mayor Walsh said in his July 13 announcement of the project. “[W]e are working hard to create safe areas for residents to gather as we strengthen our commitment to civic services in our City.” We’re proud of all our members who are preserving and modernizing this great Boston landmark for centuries to come.
2. Local 17 members worked throughout the summer to preserve Boston’s Old City Hall. 3. New copper work will replace the 130-year-old facade. 11
4. Cleary W. Thompson works on the roof of Boston’s Old City Hall. 5. The peak of the building overlooks the heart of downtown Boston.
6. The project will be completed ahead of schedule, despite the pandemic. 7. Members renovate the custom window frames. 8. Hand-crafted details match the historic architecture. 9. Thomas Foley restores the upper roof. 10. Kristafor Daniels places hand-cut copper panels. 11. Bill Smith, Gary Peterson, Mike Woloschuk.
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CELEBRATING A CENTENARIAN
CELEBRATING A CENTENARIAN
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IT’S NOT EVERY DAY THAT WE MEET A CENTENARIAN. We surprised our Brother Pellegrino “Pelly” Tulimieri with a special parade for his 100th birthday.
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Pelly’s been a member of Local 17 for 73 years and defended our country during World War II. As a Staff Sergeant in the Army, he fought to free France and helped capture Austria from the Nazis when he was just 24 years old. He was awarded multiple medals for his valor, including the Bronze Star and Victory Medal. We worked with his family to plan the parade and Local 17 members turned out to celebrate his accomplishments. We were also proud to be joined by Congressman Stephen Lynch, Weymouth Mayor Robert Hedlund, State Senator Patrick O’Connor, State Representative Jamie Murphy, and the Weymouth Town Council. Thanks to all of our members who came out, and congratulations to Brother Pelly!
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1. Pelly greets cars and wellwishers outside his Weymouth home. 2. Pelly received several notes of congratulations, including one from President Donald Trump. 3. Local 17 members march in Pelly’s birthday parade. 4. Bagpipers perform outside Pelly’s home. 5. Active duty military members were on hand to recognize Pelly’s service in World War II. 6. State Senator Patrick O’Connor presents an official proclamation.
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GIVING BACK
CONGRATULATIONS TO LOCAL 17’S SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS We’re proud to create opportunities for hardworking students and help put them on the path to success. For every hour we work, Local 17 members contribute seven cents to the scholarship fund. This year, we awarded over $100,000 in scholarships to 26 students to continue their education. Thank you to the three generations of the Hayward Family (Bob, Scott, and Sean) for leading the scholarship committee, and congratulations to all our winners: FOUR YEAR SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
4-YEAR AWARDS FROM $16,000-$10,000 TOTAL ▪ 1st Place: Riley Lyn Stewart, South Shore Charter School Sponsor: Father, Daniel Stewart
▪ 2nd Place: Jessica Skinner, Norwell High School Sponsor: Father, Stephen Skinner
▪ 3rd Place: Jason Willis McKee, Pembroke High School Sponsor: Father, Kevin McKee
▪ 4th Place: Amanda Morris, Quincy High School Sponsor: Father, Garth Morris
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS:
$3,500 FOR 1 YEAR
▪ Alyssa Ann Nielson, Framingham State University Joseph J. Nigro Memorial Scholarship Sponsor: Father, Kenneth Nielson
▪ Zachary Graczyk, Tewksbury High School Charlie F. Geary Memorial Scholarship Sponsor: Father, Greg Graczyk
▪ Bethany Tetreault, Wheaton College James M. Kelly Memorial Scholarship Sponsor: Father, Russell Tetreault
LOTTERY SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS:
$3,000 FOR 1 YEAR
▪ Erin Gustafson, East Bridgewater High School Sponsor: Father, Mark Gustafson
▪ Jordan Belanger, Wells High School Sponsor: Grandfather, Vincent Franceschini
▪ Matthew Hansen, Syracuse University Sponsor: Father, Ronald Hansen, Jr.
▪ Jason Whalen, Mass Maritime Academy Sponsor: Father Glen Whalen
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▪ Michael Walsh, Marshfield High School Sponsor: Father, Michael Walsh
▪ Colin Walsh, Bentley University
Sponsor: Grandfather, Richard Walsh
▪ Paidin Wilson, Gettysburg College Sponsor: Grandfather, Thomas McKenna
▪ Delia Dwan, Hingham High School Sponsor: Grandfather, Daniel Dwan
▪ Arianna Roosa, University of Las Vegas Sponsor: Grandfather, Edward Marenburg
▪ Blake Levitts, Boston University Sponsor: Grandfather, Melvin Levitts
▪ Audrey Labadini, Archbishop Williams High School Sponsor: Grandfather, Luis Labadini
▪ Eric Sylvia, UMass Dartmouth
Sponsor: Grandfather, Henry Coache
▪ Jessica Smith, University of Rhode Island Sponsor: Grandfather, Timothy Harrington
▪ Owen Martell, Middlesex Community College Sponsor: Father, Daniel Martell
▪ John Bean, UMass Dartmouth
FEEDING FAMILIES IN NEED
Sponsor: Father, John Bean, Jr.
▪ Kyle Hess, Bridgewater-Raynham High School Sponsor: Father, Wayne Hess
▪ Alexis Parliman, University of New Hampshire Sponsor: Father, William Zyla, Jr.
ALTERNATE SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS:
$500 FOR 1 YEAR
▪ 1st Alternate: Julia Bonn, Southern New Hampshire University Sponsor: Father, Frederick Bonn
▪ 2 Alternate: Erin Heffernan, Wakefield Memorial High School nd
Sponsor: Grandfather, Joseph Flynn
We’re stepping up this summer to help those in need. Families across New England are having trouble putting food on the table due to the global pandemic. But Local 17 members have their backs – our members are hosting, staffing, and donating to food drives to help.
ABOVE: Congressman Joe Kennedy III, center, with Local 17 members at the Norfolk County Central Labor Council’s food drive.
Together, we’ve collected thousands of pounds of food for food pantries and families in need. We’re proud of all our members who’ve turned out to help. That’s the Union Way!
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REMINDER:
VOTE UNION ON SEPTEMBER 1, AND HELP ELECT CANDIDATES WHO WILL STAND WITH US AND KEEP OUR UNION STRONG. Check Page 4 for details.
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