A less qualified security guard used by Allied Universal in place of veteran officers at Navy Pier was struck by a vehicle while attempting to direct traffic at the major tourist attraction on Saturday, May 27. Eyewitnesses and police officers on the scene reported the incident and spoke with members of Teamsters Local 727, which […]
New contract negotiations between Teamsters Local 727 and Funeral Directors Service Association of Greater Chicago (FDSA) were held May 25, 2017. The talks centered on FDSA’s proposed contract changes, many of which could best be characterized as punitive toward Teamster funeral directors, embalmers, and drivers. Among the changes FDSA proposed are cuts to sick, personal […]
In the interest of public safety, Local 727 has agreed to a court order to continue to safeguard Navy Pier. Forty-three Teamster security, fire and safety officers at Navy Pier have been engaged in an unfair labor practice strike against Allied since May 18.
The Teamsters Local 727 Bargaining Committee and CVS management continued negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 23, 2017. The union wasted no time in expressing its willingness to reach a deal; however, CVS delayed in responding to the federal mediator’s supposal, which, if accepted by CVS, would signify huge […]
Illinois drivers can purchase Teamster specialty license plates for registered vehicles. Plates can be purchased for all passenger vehicles, B-trucks and vans weighing 8,000 pounds or less. Teamster license plates can be purchased or renewed through the Secretary of State’s website, by mail, by phone at (800) 252-8980 or by visiting a driver services facility.
PHOTOS: Union Hosts National Express d/b/a CDT Cookout
On September 14, Teamsters Local 727 held its final paratransit cookout of the summer for National Express d/b/a CDT members. It was a fabulous turnout, as hundreds of hungry Teamsters lined up throughout the day to enjoy grilled hot dogs, hamburgers, cheeseburgers and turkey burgers before starting or upon completing their shifts. 10-year employee […]
Local 727 Helps ‘Spur’ Change at Teamsters Women’s Conference in San Antonio, Texas
Members of Teamsters Local 727 are proud participants at this year’s Teamster’s Women’s Conference being held in San Antonio, Texas. Themed “Teamster Women Spur Change,” the annual three-day conference kicked off Sunday and concludes today. Teamster men and women have had a unique opportunity to empower one another through educational workshops, speaker panels and social […]
Join Local 727 for Walk Against Breast Cancer in Park Ridge, October 14!
Teamsters Local 727 is inviting all members to participate in the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk in Park Ridge, IL. The approximately five-mile walk is taking place on Saturday, October 14th, beginning at 9 a.m. at Hodges Park – 101 S. Courtland Avenue. On-site registration begins at 7:30 a.m. As a […]
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