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Minneapolis UPS Parking

7/26/2024

Local 638 and UPS have entered into a Letter of Agreement in regards to the additional parking lots that will be used for the Minneapolis building. The two lots that UPS will be utilizing in response to the additional employees working in Minneapolis are now covered under the Article 10 Section 3 language in the National Master Agreement.

Article 10.3 is modified as follows:
In addition, if an employee whose personal vehicle was subject to theft or vandalism while parking in a designated Company parking lot (or authorized UPS offsite parking lots for the Minneapolis, MN facility, including: 1330 Industrial Blvd NE and 2520 Broadway St. NE) provides immediate notice to the Company and obtains a police report, the Company will reimburse the employee up to five hundred dollars, to the extent the theft or vandalism is not covered by the employee’s insurance.
This agreement is effective:

1330 Industrial Blvd NE – July 22, 2024 through the end of the NOF project.
2520 Broadway St. NE – August 5, 2024 through the end of the NOF project.

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45-Day Letter: Part 3

7/12/2024

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Teamsters Local 638 received a third 45-day Change of Operations letter from UPS. The Company states that they intend to move 5 RPCD routes from the Prior Lake (Shakopee) building to the Maple Grove (Lakeshore) building.

The Company will be letting the affected route know if they are part of this Change of Ops.

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olsen fish co. agreement!

6/14/2024

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On Thursday, Local 638 members at Olsen Fish Company in Minneapolis, MN voted overwhelmingly to approve a new 3 year agreement!

With a negotiation team led by 5 rank-and-file members, 638 President Jonathon Kycek helped members see the single-largest 3-year pay raise members have had at Olsen Fish, doubling what had been the previous high in 2021. Members also saw contribution raises in their Central States pension, maintained their industry-best insurance through the Local 638 Health & Welfare Fund, and gained an additional floating holiday.

Teamster contracts continue to lead the way and rank-and-file participation is always the key to success! Congrats to these hard-working members at Olsen Fish Company!

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welcome to 638!

6/13/2024

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Say “hello” to our newest Teamsters Local 638 members from Twin Cities Acoustics! Thanks to the gentlemen pictured, along with Business Agents Tony Winchester and Hannah Bernardson, they achieved an incredible first contract.

They now have a 3 year contract, with an initial $2.00 raise, and then 4% over each of the next 2 years. They are now also covered under the Local 638 Health & Welfare Fund, which is 100% paid for by the Employer, have a 10% retirement contribution, overtime after 8 hours, job protections and much more!

Congrats to these new members, and welcome to the strongest labor union in the world!

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Important Update

6/12/2024

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Important Update for Local 638 Members at UPS:

Local 638 members at UPS will be experiencing unprecedented changes as the Company will be shutting down half of the building in Eagan, MN, in order to retrofit and apply various automation features. Because of the size and scope of the change in Eagan, 638 members in Minneapolis, Maple Grove, and Shakopee will also be affected. Members from Eagan will transition to these buildings per the language in Article 38 of the National Master Agreement.

Change of Operations Communications Team (COCT)

To better address questions, concerns, and ongoing issues that will arise from these changes, Local 638 has put together a Change of Operations Communications Team (COCT) made up of rank-and-file members in each affected building. Please approach COCT members or your Business Agent as soon as possible with questions and concerns related to seniority, vacation, bumping, and any other short and long-term effects of these changes as we will be meeting with the Company to address potential issues.

Change of Operations Communications Team Members:

Eagan

Feeders: Darren Radcliff
RPCD: Chris Rice
Twilight/Midnight: Rikki Schreiner

Minneapolis

Feeders: Steven Bethley & Brent Lindberg
RPCD: Corey Patrick – Landmark
Twilight/Midnight: Erich Audette, Norm Pomerleau, Mike Shaw

Maple Grove

Feeders: Andrew Thompson
Preload: Austin Hauser
Twilight: Eric Welle

Shakopee

RPCD: Steve Richardson

We understand that these changes may bring challenges and uncertainties. The COCT and your Business Agents are here to support you through this transition. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any concerns.

You can use the following link to be able to share you question or concern in real time and we will reach out to you to discuss if that is something you would like.

https://forms.gle/VLEcGmwnbE9qmGcy9

Stay informed and connected as we navigate these changes together. - Local 638 Leadership Team

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For ongoing information, stay in touch our Local 638 website or Facebook page.

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no cola in 2024

6/12/2024

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NO Cost-Of-Living (COLA) for August 1, 2024

Teamsters Local 638 received this news today from the IBT Package Division:

"Based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI-W) figures released June 12th, 2024, by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there is no cost-of-living allowance as outlined in Article 33 of the 2023-2028 National Master United Parcel Service Agreement. As you may know, our members covered by this agreement may receive an annual Cost-of-Living Allowance (COLA) in 2024 if it totals at least $0.05. Additionally, the language provides for a one (1) cent per hour and one-fourth (0.25) mils per mile increase for every two-tenths (0.2) point increase in the CPI-W Index in excess of 3.0%. Reaching an Index level of 308.163 in May 2024, the Index increased 0.83 points above the May 2023 Index plus 3.0%. The 0.83 points do not meet the $0.05 minimum."

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45-Day Letter: Part 2

6/7/2024

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Teamsters Local 638 received a second 45-day Change of Operations letter from UPS. The company states that they intend to move an estimated 117,000 packages out of the Eagan facility to the Minneapolis and Maple Grove facilities, with the majority going to Minneapolis, and the rest to Maple Grove.

To clarify: The 45-day period will not start until the Local has met with the Company to discuss and resolve the specific details of the proposed changes mentioned in this letter. This is necessary because there are no specific details provided about the number of jobs affected or the impact on the buildings receiving the transferred jobs.

We will provide more details as they are made available through the 638 website and social media pages.

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Registration Open

5/29/2024

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Registration is now open for both of the Local 638 Summer Events!

Click here for the 638 Golf Tourney Registration!
Click here for the 638 Day At The Zoo Registration!

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45-Day letter

5/24/2024

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Yesterday, Teamsters Local 638 received a letter from UPS stating their intention to enact a change of operation out of the facility in Eagan, MN. This letter is specific to 25 package car routes originating out of the Normandale and St. Criox Centers, which will be moving to the Prior Lake (Shakopee) and Minneapolis (Landmark) buildings.

There are no details of the scope of the plans for the Eagan facility included in the letter. Teamsters Local 638 will be seeking more details from the Company in the coming weeks about any additional changes that will affect 638 members, as well as assuring that any impacts to the buildings which are receiving the transfers are completed per the CBA.

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Our boxes!

2/11/2024

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Q: Why is it important that surepost is delivered by teamsters?

A: Packages on package cars means more routes and more jobs! By stopping oversized Surepost packages being delivered in bulk to USPS for delivery, you are making sure that UPS packages are delivered by other UPS members!

Q: How do i know if a surepost package is too big?

A: Surepost packages cannot be over 2 cubic feet or more than 10 pounds.

Q: I can tell how much a package weighs by looking at the label, how can I know if a package is over 2 cubic feet?

A: Below this Q&A, you will find a guide to help you easily determine if a Surepost package is oversized and when to redirect it so it is delivered on a package car by a Teamster!

Q: Where can I get a measuring tape?

A: Ask your steward for one. If they do not have any, contact your business agent and they will make some available.

Q: Will i get disciplined if i redirect a surepost package because of it's size?

A: No. If you are either a preloader or a package car driver delivering to USPS, the contract gives you protection to set aside these packages and send them to a clerk to be redirected to a regular package car.

Article 26 makes it clear: "No employee shall be disciplined for redirecting a package pursuant to this paragraph."
Q: What does it mean that irrigs and 70+ lb packages cannot co-mingle on a moving belt or slide?

A: The answer will depend on the setup of the center you work in. If you don't feel safe from how these packages are arriving at your workspace, bring it to the attention of your supervisor and steward.

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