L.U. 245 (govt,lctt,o,rtb&u), TOLEDO, OH — When you sit down to read this article, hopefully you’ve enjoyed spending quality time with your loved ones during this holiday season. I can’t believe that 2023 is over, and we are beginning to navigate through 2024 with many new challenges. We hope that everyone enjoyed the Christmas union meeting and the kids’ Christmas party as well.
At our October union meeting, Ted Hagedorn was recognized with reaching a milestone of 45 years with Local 245. Ted has spent his entire union career at Bay Shore/Walleye Power as a master mechanic maintenance specialist. It’s a great accomplishment, and we thank you for your continued commitment to your brothers and sisters. We would also like to congratulate our newest officers, who were sworn in at the November union meeting.
Local 245 is in negotiations with several bargaining units across our jurisdiction. As of this writing, negotiations are ongoing for a first agreement with a newly organized unit at the City of Bryan Street Department, and we hope to reach a fair and equitable agreement soon.
Additionally, Local 245 is pleased to report that new members working for RKR Traffic Control unanimously ratified their first collective bargaining agreement Sept. 9. Welcome to the IBEW, sisters and brothers.
In closing, let’s celebrate a successful 2023 and enjoy spending precious time with your loved ones.
Brian Gendaszek, P.S.
