IBEW LOCAL 125

Upcoming Events

Twelfth Annual Benefit Golf Classic
Support the Oregon Burn Center at Legacy Emanuel Hospital by participating in the 12th Annual Benefit Golf Classic. Join us on

June 28, 2008, at the Indian Creek Golf Course in Hood River, Ore.

In its history, this event has raised over $580,000 in support of the Oregon Burn Center and the Education and Prevention Program. Our sponsors and participants can be proud of our accomplishments and contributions to this valuable regional resource. Prizes, good food, and a great time await you as we attempt to make this our best event ever.

Registration forms will be available at www.benefitgolfclassic.com on Friday May 23, 2008. These forms must be printed from the site, completed, and mailed to the address listed on the form. The cost per person is $75.00, and full entry fees must accompany the registration form.

Please remember that there is limited number of entries due to golf course limitations. If you have any questions, please call Bill Quimby at 503-708-3877 or Gene Daily at 503-860-6328. Thanks and hope to see you in Hood River.
(Posted 03/18/08)

Pacific Northwest Lineman Rodeo: The 2008 Pacific Northwest Lineman Rodeo is Saturday, July 26.

Join us as journeyman and apprentices put their skills to the test in a day-long event that's fun for the whole family!

www.pnwlinemanrodeo.com

The rodeo will be held at PGE's Linneman Substation, located at
3450 W Powell Blvd, Gresham, Oregon.

(Posted 06/24/08)

2008 Annual Charity Soft Ball Tournament for a Family Fun weekend and to Benefit the Oregon Burn Center. August 16 & 17th 2008, To be held at Skyline Park Complex – Bend, OR.
(Posted 04/11/08)

To keep up with news affecting the labor movement during months that we don't publish our Local Line in the Northwest Labor Press, please visit www.nwlaborpress.org
(Posted 06/09/08)

Obama clinches the nomination

It's set. The Democrat and Republican parties have their presumptive candidates for the 2008 presidential election. Republican Senator John McCain will challenge Democrat Senator Barack Obama. Obama secured enough delegates to be considered the presumptive nominee for the Democrats. With his former rival Senator Hillary Clinton endorsing him, Obama is preparing for a lengthy and likely hostile battle with McCain to become our next president. Both candidates will be working to convince Americans he is the best candidate to turn around this country.
(Posted 06/09/08)

CHANGE will be a key theme from both parties. In the end, it's you who has the power to determine what type of change America needs. Get involved during the process and ensure that you are educated about each candidate's platform. Know what he values and be confident that he will work to improve your life as a member of America's Working Families. Health care, retirement, jobs, the economy, and the Employee Free Choice Act are a few of the issues that are going to affect all of us. Who is going to fight for you?

Anti-union messages on KPTV (Fox 12 in Portland)

An organization known for its anti-union messages has been running ads on local television channels. If you see these ads and are offended or upset by the content, please take the time to share your frustrations. Write a letter to your local newspaper editor or contact FOX at fox12comments@kptv.com. We must educate Fox's viewers about unions and dispel the stereotypes and myths associated with unions. For additional information or questions about these commercials, contact us at 503-804-3401.
(Posted 06/09/08)

Pacific Power Negotiations

Bonneville Power Administration

JOB LISTINGS:

Bonneville Power Administration Lineman Vacancy #005124-08-DE
(Posted 4/15/08)
Forest Grove - Journeyman Lineman position
(Posted 10/19/07)

CONSTRUCTION JOBS BOARD
Find Inside and Outside construction job information for both US and Canadian IBEW Local Unions

Death Benefit Fund
As a member of IBEW Local 125, you have the option of participating in the Death Benefit Fund (DBF). This fund is designed to provide immediate cash to a deceased member’s family at a time when the family may be in most need. Under most circumstances, payment is made within 48 hours.

By voluntarily paying a $25 initiation fee, you can become eligible for the DBF. The rate of payment shall be $25 multiplied by the number of current active members participating in the DBF. Remember, at the time of death for anyone in the DBF, all other participating member will be notified to pay $25.00, which will be used to replenish the fund. For more information about DBF, contact Andrea at 503-262-9125. To sign up for the DBF, download the enrollment form.

The four outside pages are news from and about your Union. The inside pages are produced by the Northwest Labor Press, and cover the labor movement as a whole. If you like what you see, visit www.nwlaborpress.org

Phone Directory
In an effort to make it easier to contact Business Representatives and Office Personnel, we have installed a new phone system which allows you to directly dial in to Local 125.

Please refer to the Directory below to contact the person you need. You can also still use the general # 503-262-9125 if you do not know who you need to talk to. The extensions are also listed to reach each person from the general number.

Name	Ext.	Phone Number
Andrea Fry	129	503-797-6578
Byron Babka	128	503-797-6577
Dean Cowder	116	503-797-6567
Brian Gray	120	503-797-6570
Jim Putman	126	503-797-6575
Job Line (Construction)	122	503-262-8721
Marcia Tamlyn	221	503-262-9125
Marcy Putman	127	503-797-6576
Nancy Harper	123	503-797-6568
Randy Bryson	118	503-797-6569
Traci Holmes	147	503-262-9125
Travis Eri	125	503-797-6574

Each time you dial in to a Business Representative you have the option of leaving a message, pressing 0 to get to a receptionist or getting forwarded to their cell phone.

Pay by check
To pay dues, many members pay their dues in person at the union hall, or they mail payment. Many members don’t realize that Local 125 has the ability to accept payment by telephone. If you would like to pay by telephone, have a check available, so you can provide the routing and account numbers to the Local.

Payments will be withdrawn from your account on 5th or 20th of the month. You have the option of making a one-time payment or set it up for recurring monthly payments. Authorization forms are available click here. For questions about paying your dues by telephone, please call 503-262-9125.