Recently we learned the tragic news of losing our Brother Toby Helton Jr. on May 1st. His life ended way too early at the age of 28, Toby joined Glaziers local 169 in 2023. He leaves behind a young family that needs our support. These are the times that remind me what the Union is […]
May 05, 2025The Future, and the Past
Posted July 31, 2023
The Painters had an allocation vote on July 24th. All 3 years were allocated.The results from the Painters Allocation vote are as follows. 2024 Option#2 1.55 Check,1.54 vacation, .35 H&W, .02 LMCI, .01 Work Preservation, .03 JATTF 2025 Option#2 1.43 Check, 1.44 Vacation, .35 H&W, .03 JATTF 2026 Option#2 1.43 Check, 1.44 Vacation, .35 H&W, .03 JATTF. The Raises will go into effect on January 1.
The Apprentice Graduation was held at Scotts Seafood in Oakland on July 22nd. Congratulations to our new Painting and Finisher Journey workers.

The IUPAT has a long history spanning back 136 years. As we look towards the future, we should also take time to remember the past.
