TXTAV Strike Info

10-10-24 TEXT UPDATE: Brothers and Sisters, today, we met with the company and presented our demands based on the membership survey that was taken after the rejection vote last month. We must now wait for the company to respond. In the meantime HOLD THE LINE! This strike is not over – we need you on the lines throughout the day – please fill in the gaps from noon onward. We must remain unified and strong to HOLD THE LINE! When we fight, we win! In solidarity, Your Negotiating Committee.

10-09-24 TEXT UPDATE: Brothers and Sisters, as we return to the negotiation table with Textron tomorrow (10/10), remember to HOLD THE LINE! The strike does not conclude tomorrow – we need you on the lines throughout the day. Please fill in the gaps on the line from noon onward. You are all playing a vital role in this fight, so HOLD THE LINE! Remember, the District still has food available if you need it. Brothers and Sisters, we must stay united! When we fight, when we stay strongly united, we will win!

10-08-24 TEXT UPDATE: Brothers and Sisters, Your negotiating committee gathered today to finalize our proposals as we gear up to return to the table with the company. We’ve focused on key priorities: GWI, Health Insurance, and paid time off. The company has finally agreed to meet with us on Thursday, October 10th, and we’re ready to make our voices heard! HOLD THAT LINE while we continue to negotiate. In Solidarity, Your Negotiating Committee.

10-07-24 TEXT UPDATE: Brothers and Sisters, Today your negotiating committee met at the district and worked on proposals based off your survey results. We are looking forward to getting back to the table with Textron to negotiate a fair and equitable contract for the MEMBERS of 774 to vote on. Continue to stand strong at the gates and do not fall for Textron’s misleading tactics. We have notified the company we are ready to get back to the table and are awaiting their response. United we fight and win! Your Negotiating Committee.

10-05-24 (#2) TEXT UPDATE: IAM Local Lodge 774 is ready to negotiate with the company, unfortunately the company isn’t ready to negotiate with us. We will notify the membership when we have a date to return to the table. Until then, HOLD THAT LINE!

10-05-24 TEXT UPDATE: STRIKE CHECK INFORMATION: Includes date, time, and location for strike check distribution. Please make sure you have a valid photo ID, you must sign to receive your check. STRIKE CHECKS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP ON SUNDAY OCT. 13TH AND MONDAY, OCT. 14TH FROM 10:00 AM TO 5:00 PM AT IAM DISTRICT 70 – 3830 S. MERIDIAN AVE – YOU MUST CHOW ID AND SIGN FOR YOUR CHECK TO PICK UP.

10-04-24 (#3) TEXT UPDATE: Do not ignore your creditors Brothers and Sisters. Feel free to use the pre-generated letters here to contact your creditors and inform them of your current situation. Creditor Letter (Full): https://iam4.me/credletter Generic Creditor Letter: https://iam4.me/gencredletter

10-04-24 (#2) TEXT UPDATE: Reminder Sisters and Brothers to follow all gate captain instructions to stay safe and avoid unnecessary issues.

10-04-24 (#2) TEXT UPDATE: Sedgwick County Food Assistance Locations – please review this list if you need assistance. https://iam4.me/foodassistance

10-03-24 TEXT UPDATE: IAM Strike Benefits Information: Please visit https://iam4.me/774strikebenefits to learn more.

10-02-24 TEXT UPDATE: During a strike, all members must be informed about the actions necessary to maintain the benefits provided by Employee Benefit Systems (EBS) under the Machinists Custom Choices program. Learn more at https://iam4.me/strikewaiver

10-01-24 TEXT UPDATE: Brothers and Sisters, We’re still standing strong into week two. If any of our members need medical assistance, please visit your strike headquarters. We need ALL our members to keep coming out to walk the lines! We really need walkers from noon to 4:00 PM and during the third shift hours. Do not let the company propaganda confuse you. The company needs us, and they know it! United we stand, divided we beg!

09-27-24 TEXT UPDATE: Brothers and Sisters, at this point there are no plans to meet with the company next week to resume negotiations. Do not be alarmed if you receive a letter from the company stating that your insurance has been canceled and you’ll be offered COBRA Insurance until you are back to work. In solidarity, stay strong! Your Negotiation Committee.

09-26-24 (#2) TEXT UPDATE: Brothers and Sisters, please do not panic! The company is trying to entice you to come back by Monday saying you’ll keep your insurance. If you have medical issues we have resources that can help get you through this strike. Both headquarters have QR codes that can be scanned to fill out an application to get assistance. Together we stand, divided we beg! Hold the line Brothers and Sisters!

09-26-24 (#1) TEXT UPDATE: While we know that most of our members want to have a weekend off we ask that you volunteer your time this weekend to continue the strike against Textron Aviation. There are many positions other than walking the line that still need your help. So bring your families out this weekend and help LL774 hold the line. More information can be found at the strike headquarters. When Machinists fight, Machinists win!

09-25-24 TEXT UPDATE: Brothers and Sisters, Please come by the district office and fill out an additional survey so the negotiating committee can address your issues when we start to meet with the company again. Starting September 25th at 9:00 a.m. through September 27th ending at 3:00 p.m. each day. You must have a photo ID. Let your voice be heard! In SOLIDARITY, your Negotiating Committee.

09-23-24 TEXT UPDATE: Brothers and Sisters, the IAM Constitution requires members to volunteer 4 hours per week to qualify for strike benefits. We request everyone who is available to volunteer as much as possible, as our gates must be manned 24 hours a day including weekends. We are creating new sign-up sheets which include times and shifts. The sheets will be located at both strike HQs and the district. Check the local website daily.