April • 2025
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Membership Meeting
Sunday, April 13, 2025
7:00pM at the Union Hall
Calendar of Events
April 13, 2025
monthly membership meeting 7:00pm @
Ed Fire Union hall
April 16, 2025
AFL-CIO m/t County Labor Council (CLC) @
6:15 pm (3rd Wednesday of the month)
April 18, 2025
Good Friday
April 20, 2025
Easter Sunday
may 11, 2025
mother’s day
may 18, 2025
monthly membership meeting
7:00pm @ Ed Fire Union hall
may 21, 2025
AFL-CIO m/t County Labor Council (CLC)
@ 6:15 pm (3rd Wednesday of the month)
may 23, 2025
Union Articles due
may 26, 2025
memorial day
Agenda
recommendations of the Executive Board
Financial reports
Committee reports
Unfinished Business
New Business
Good and Welfare
Elm Road
Larchmont
N. Park
Extension
Mahoning
Sferra Dr.
N. River Rd.
Plant 11
Plant 10
Seven Seventeen
Credit Union
Union Hall
Divieste
Deadline for articles for June publication is May 23, 2025.
News of IUE-CWA Local 717
2950 Sferra Ave.
Warren, Ohio 44483
Office: (330) 392-1591 • Fax: (330) 395-4875
www.iue-cwalocal717.com
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Joseph Ferradino..........................................President
Jeffrey Dozier......................................Vice President
Michael Kish....................................Shop Chairman
Gary Tillman................................Financial Secretary
Michael Martin............................................Treasurer
Veronica Dawkins.....................Recording Secretary
Jeff Cleer................................................Floor Guard
ExECUtIvE BOArd
William Bankhead
Mark Franko
Teresa Geer
Mark Graczyk
Eleftherios Karapetsas
Melany Kish
Heather Perez
trUStEES
Sonya Brown
Jen Daniszewski
Kimberly Rock
SkILLEd trAdES ChAIrmAN
J.J. Scarmuzzi
BENEFItS AdmINIStrAtOr
Melany Kish
EdItOrIAL dEpArtmENt
Joseph Ferradino................................Editor-in-Chief
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President’s
Report
By
Joseph Ferradino
Good Day Brothers & Sisters of Local 717,
Zone, district and Alternate Committeeperson
Nominations for Zone, District and Alternate Committeeperson will take
place at the April Membership Meeting. Nominations must be made in writing
at the April Membership Meeting between the opening and closing of the meet-
ing; or on the following workday between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm at the President’s
office. The candidate and the nominator must be employed in the Zone or District
for which the nomination is made. The candidate being nominated has the sole
responsibility to guarantee they are nominated for the correct Zone or District for
which he or she is nominated for.
A member may accept nomination for only one (1) position.
Nomination may be accepted during nomination days, but no later than two
(2) working days immediately following nomination day starting at 8:00 am until
5:00 pm. Nominees must accept the nomination in person, or in writing, or they
will be declared ineligible.
To be eligible to be nominated for Zone, District or Alternate Committeeper-
son, a member must have attended fifty (50) percent of the regular membership
meetings held in the twelve (12) months immediately preceding the month in
which nominations are held.
Union Newspaper
As mentioned at the March Membership Meeting, I have moved to print the
Union Newspaper bi-monthly, in the even months of the year. In hope of provid-
ing a better publication, this will allow more time for participants to gather, edit,
and compile a more informative and dense paper for our membership. As stated
above, participation is a necessity, and to give you opportunities to volunteer and
participate I encourage every member to contribute in letting their voice be heard.
A good way for you to accomplish this would be to submit an article, a quote(s),
or a message of solidarity, etc. You can send your submission(s) to local84717@
gmail.com (this can always be found in the editorial policy). The next due date
for union articles is May 23. Thank you in advance.
College Scholarship
This is to remind you that the application process for the CWA Joe Beirne
Foundation's scholarship for the 2025-2026 school year will be closed on April
30, 2025.
The Foundation’s Board of Directors has approved the awarding of sixteen
(16) partial college scholarships of $4,000 each for two years. Eligible for the
scholarships are CWA members, their spouses, children, and grandchildren, in-
cluding the dependents of retired, laid-off, or deceased members. This valuable
scholarship program is made possible by the funding of CWA locals. Applications
will be available solely online for submission on the Foundation’s website at:
https://cwa-union.org/beirne-application.
To those of you who took the moment of time to participate in the survey
from the international, I thank you for fulfilling that small request. Participation
is 100% the most essential ingredient to sustaining union strength in our collective
bargaining power, in protecting workers' rights, ensuring fair wages, and safe
working conditions. It is paramount that you let your voice continuously be heard
by those whom took up the duty to serve and represent you. For those that did
not have the chance to participate, we look to improve our outreach to all our
members and hope to speak with you next time.
the Spirit of Easter and the power of Union Solidarity
As Easter approaches, it brings with it a sense of renewal, reflection, and hope
for the future. For many, it is a time of faith, family, and tradition. But as we cel-
ebrate, it is also an opportunity to reflect on the values that unite us all—values
that are deeply rooted in the core mission of labor unions.
Easter is a time to celebrate resurrection—a moment of rebirth and hope. In
many ways, this mirrors the work unions do. Just as Easter celebrates the triumph
of life over death, labor unions have long been advocates for the dignity and rights
of workers, striving to bring about a better, more equitable world for all. Through
solidarity and collective action, unions have fought tirelessly for workers' rights,
fair wages, safer working conditions, and benefits that allow families to thrive.
Much like the Easter story, which celebrates a victory over hardship, the labor
movement has always been about overcoming adversity and achieving justice. It
has been through collective action and unity that workers have gained important
protections—from securing paid holidays like Easter, to achieving workplace safety
standards and fair wages. But as we all know, these victories don't come easily;
they require commitment, dedication, and, most importantly, participation.
Easter serves as a reminder that even in the face of challenges, there is always
hope for change, for a better tomorrow. This resonates deeply with the work
unions do pushing for fairness, challenging inequality, and supporting one another
in times of need. As we celebrate this Easter season, it's a good time to reflect on
the power of participation in our union activities. The strength of a union lies in
the active involvement of its members. Every voice, every action, every decision
made collectively shapes the future of workers' rights and the fight for fair treat-
ment. Union members are not just advocates for their own rights, but for the rights
of all workers. When we engage in union activities, we are contributing to a larger
movement that values justice, equality, and dignity for all. Whether it’s attending
meetings, supporting fellow workers, or simply staying informed, your partici-
pation plays a critical role in the ongoing fight for fairness in the workplace.
A time for reflection and renewal
Easter invites us to reflect on our values and renew our commitment to the
things that truly matter faith, family, and community. In the same spirit, this season
can be an opportunity for union members to reflect on the progress we’ve made
and the work still ahead. It’s a time to recognize that the fight for workers' rights
is ongoing, and that each of us plays a role in shaping the future.
As you gather with loved ones this Easter, take a moment to think about the
ways in which we can all contribute to strengthening our union and ensuring that
our voices are heard. Just as Easter represents new beginnings, so too does our
continued commitment to the labor movement, a movement that strives to ensure
a better, more equitable future for all workers. Let Easter remind us of the power
of unity and hope. By participating in union activities and standing together, we
can continue to make strides toward a more just and fair world. The spirit of
Easter—sacrifice & renewal—should inspire us to continue working together to
lift all workers and ensure that no one is left behind. In this season of renewal,
let's renew our commitment to the labor movement and continue our efforts to-
ward a brighter future for all.
In Solidarity,
Joseph Ferradino
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Shop Chairman’s Report continued on page 5
Due to the President’s new edict that Union papers will be printed every
other month from now on, some of this information is slightly dated but still
relevant.
EBItdA
Management provided me with the profit-sharing numbers for 2024 the
day after I submitted my article for February, so I was unable to include it.
Unfortunately to no one’s surprise, we failed to achieve the EBITDA target
laid out by the Corporation for 2024. Specifically, the final EBITDA was 9%
on a target of 14.89%, which equates to an attainment of 60.4%. As we all
know by now, we must achieve 75% to trigger a profit-sharing payout. Another
year of doing whatever is needed to get product made and shipped out to our
customers and still being told we haven’t earned the right to share in the profits
that this Corporation has earned. As I stated in my report at the February meet-
ing, our Profit-Sharing language speaks to profits of Aptiv North America and
when one or two plants struggle, it affects us directly.
The EBITDA for 2025 has been set at 15.12%, which is slightly higher
than past years. I’m still unsure if that is due to projected increases in revenue
or something else. I will try to get a better answer for you on that question.
plant 47 presses
Let’s talk about some good news for Warren, Ohio! Plant 47 finally got the
formal approval to add an additional 21 new presses in 2025! Along with the
project in 2024, this brings the total to 42 new presses for that plant. This $8
million investment signals the Corporation’s trust and faith in the workforce
in that plant and its ability to continue to produce a world-class product! The
presses should begin arriving in the July/August timeframe and our tradesmen
will be ready to install them as well as they did the first 21. Congratulations
Plant 47!
Workforce
As we all know, we still have a significant number of our brothers and
sisters on PLO (permanent lay-off), placed there by this company the week
before Christmas. As of the writing of this article, 4 of those have been brought
back to work and I am optimistic that several more will get recalled over the
next month. We continue to work with local management of all 4 plants to
find ways to bring all of our members back to work.
EdS Separation
Unfortunately, there is not much new to report on the progression of the
Aptiv/EDS separation that was announced in January 22. I remain in contact
with EDS HR and I have been told that project teams have been assigned and
they are beginning analysis and planning for the project (Separation). Again,
as I get new information, I will share it with you. I am also keeping the Inter-
national informed and they have offered to help in any way they can.
As is my custom, here is my report from the March Membership Meeting
plant 7: February revenue was $5.84 million. The plant produced approx-
imately 3 million pounds and sold 2.9 million pounds, putting its PVS in a
more favorable position. March revenue target is $5.4 million. The plant has
informed us that most likely there will be a TLO the last week in March af-
fecting the entire plant all shifts. In addition, the plant is considering a 2-week
Shop Chairman’s Report
By Mike Kish
summer shutdown in late June/early July. This is not set in stone; it is only
being considered. They will have a clearer picture closer to that timeframe
and will notify us and the employees of their decision. Essentially, they have
been given the directive to have one down week per quarter and the thinking
is that the last week in June and the first week in July would cover Q2 AND
Q3. They also need to keep in mind that the first week in July encompasses
the July 4 holiday, therefore that week would be a short work week instead of
a TLO and would not produce the cost savings they want. I have asked them
to notify the employees ASAP so people can plan for it.
plant 10: February was a good month. Revenue was $1.6 million on a
forecast of $1.14 million. March’s forecast is $1.43 million. The plant added
only 1 additional person although they told us they would be adding 3. Their
excuse is that orders have never been so inconsistent from day to day, and they
fear that if they bring in the additional 2 people, the plant may have to lay
them right back off. If the orders eventually call for it, they may still call back
2 more of our fellow laid off members. The plant is monitoring the tariff sit-
uation with Canada since that is where we currently get our copper rod from.
As of now, that additional cost could affect Plant 10 as of April 1st.
plant 11: February was a solid month revenue wise. $6.65 million on a
forecast of $6.5 million. However, premium freight costs where excessive,
largely due to the situation that occurred on Presses 1005 & 1009 when they
struggled to keep the customers supplied with terminals and led to multiple
premium flights to the customers to keep them running. It seems the issue has
been somewhat resolved, and the presses are now producing terminals. Un-
fortunately, this has led to large “past due” amount for those part numbers so
the plant will be focusing on that. March is seeing a revenue forecast of $6.5
million. The plant is expecting the Cardex equipment to arrive in the next 10
days or so. Our maintenance team will be doing the installation, which is ex-
pected to be complete by the end of April. As I have explained previously, the
Cardex dispenses details for the diemakers that are ordered on computers lo-
cated at the press. Management expects that it will keep better track of detail
inventory. However, it will also need 2 less crib attendants. The plant expects
to excess 2 from the 290 classification once the Cardex is installed, although
we continue to have discussions about how that will work. The new reel line
is expected to arrive in mid-June and will be installed near the current reel
machine. It appears there will be no TLO in Q1 and it is still too soon to tell
if there will be one in Q2. It all depends on orders and revenue. The new Toy-
ota tool is headed for press 810. An additional 338 tool is in the process of
getting built and the U1 back-up modules are being produced at LRB. All of
these projects will finally give 952 some breathing room to perform the nec-
essary PMs on some of our high-volume dies. The toolroom had 3 new large
monitors installed that will display Press Status and active Jobs/calls for each
of the departments.
plant 47: Plant 47 exceeded its revenue target in February, making $4.9
million on a forecast of $4.6 million. OE in February remained strong at 84%.
March has a target of $5.7 million. Orders in March are solid, but they look to
soften in April and May. The plant is looking once again at a partial TLO some-
time in April. The experiment with the utility classification chopping parts has
come to an end, mainly due to engineering changing the allowable percentage
of regrind material in the product. However, sorting remains a critical issue.
The plant spent $52,000 in January and $40,000 in February on sorting costs
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Shop Chairman’s Report continued from page 4
(they’re allowed $2,000 per month). This can’t be sustained so they continue
to look at ways to rein in these costs. The plant finally received final approval
for 21 new presses for 2025. That process now goes to purchasing to place
the order and hopefully we will see those start arriving in late July. This $8
million investment is adds to the 21 presses in 2024 and signals the Corpora-
tion’s faith in Plant 47. The plant is also looking to bring in a new molding
machine and with it, new technology. This process is known as micro-molding,
and it uses LCP (liquified crystal polymer) to produce very small insulators
for coax cable. It is currently being developed in Minnesota by Westfall Tech-
nik. The current demand is at around 16 million pcs per year but is expected
to grow to 65 million pcs per year by 2029. If the plant can perfect this process
and keep it running, it will be a huge statement to the Corporation about the
ability of Plant 47. Seven more tools were brought into the plant – 6 from out-
side vendors and 1 new one from China. Management continues to look at
bringing as much as possible into the plant to keep our presses running
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CWA Launches Industry-Wide video Game Union
Workers across the U.S. and Canada
launched United Videogame Workers-CWA
Local 9433 (UVW-CWA), a direct-join, indus-
try-wide video game union in partnership with
the American Federation of Musicians (AFM).
The union announced its launch at the 2025
Game Developer Conference in San Francisco,
Calif., the world’s largest industry event for
video game professionals, which draws tens of
thousands of attendees. CWA members attended
the launch, helped hand out an introductory zine
with information about the union, and spoke on
panels during the conference.
“Our mission is to take back our lives, our
labor, and our passion from those who treat us
like replaceable cogs,” reads UVW-CWA’s mission statement. “We are going
to create a game industry that works for us, one that nourishes its talent and
invests in its future, rather than constantly seeking short-term profits. We
are the ones that make the games, so we must be the ones that set the terms
of how we work.”
“The formation of United Video Game Workers-CWA is an exciting next
step in our union’s work to help video game workers build power in their
industry,” said CWA President Claude Cummings Jr. “As video game studios
have consolidated, the workers whose creativity, dedication, and skill bring
the games to life have become more of an afterthought. They are subject to
endless cycles of layoffs and rehiring as corporate executives pursue short-
term profits at the expense of a sustainable future.
pittsburgh post-Gazette Strikers Win Core demand for healthcare
After holding strong on the picket line for nearly two and a half years,
striking members of the Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh (TNG-CWA Local
38061) have won a core demand for the restoration of their healthcare ben-
efits through a rare federal injunction.
A federal court has ordered the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette to restore the
workers’ healthcare and bargain with the workers upon their request. Though
still on strike, the Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh has already submitted de-
mands for the restoration of healthcare and for bargaining dates.
In 2020, the company illegally and unilaterally tore up the editorial work-
ers’ union contract, claiming they had bargained to an impasse. Both an ad-
ministrative law judge and the National Labor Relations Board in
Washington, D.C., ruled that the company broke federal labor law in this in-
stance, in addition to bargaining in bad faith and illegally surveilling its
workers.
“NewsGuild-CWA members have a saying: whatever it takes,” said
NewsGuild-CWA President Jon Schleuss. “Guild members have struck for
29 months knowing we were right and the company broke federal law. Today
the Third Circuit Court of Appeals agreed with us. We’re thrilled and will
continue doing our job holding power to account, especially when it’s the
boss.”
The company is facing additional legal consequences as a federal court
considers a request from the federal labor board to enforce a ruling that
would require the Post-Gazette to restore working conditions consistent with
the entire 2014-17 contract, including paid time off, wages, employees hav-
ing a guaranteed work week, and the right to question company discipline,
among other issues, as well as back pay to workers for wage reductions and
increased healthcare costs.
CWA members Stand Up for high-Speed Internet Access for All
CWA members gathered
near the U.S. Supreme Court
yesterday as part of a “Keep
Our Communities Connected”
event to underscore the critical
role of the Universal Service
program in bridging the digital
divide and supporting educa-
tion, healthcare, and economic
opportunity.
Massachusetts
Senator Ed Markey, Federal
Communications Commissioner Anna Gomez, educators, librarians, parents,
and other community members also participated in the gathering.
The Universal Service Fund provides essential telecommunications ac-
cess to millions of Americans, helping to bridge the digital divide and sup-
port critical services like high-speed internet for schools and libraries,
telemedicine for rural hospitals, and affordable communications for low-in-
come households. The Supreme Court is hearing a case that could shut down
the fund, which was established in 1996.
“CWA members know how much universal service matters,” said CWA
Local 2336 President Melissa Smith-Kupihea. “We have members who are
fiber technicians who get families connected to the internet. We have mem-
bers who are teachers and non-profit workers who know how important ac-
cess is to their students and those they serve in the community. Not only
that, we also have members who work in call centers and retail stores, and
they’re getting folks connected so that they can live and work efficiently
and productively.”
Rather than eliminating the fund, CWA members believe that it should
be updated to reflect the changing telecommunications landscape so that
every American household, business, hospital, library, and school has access
to affordable communications services no matter where they are located.
IUE-CWA Wastewater Treatment Workers Are Taking No In Bargaining
Wastewater treatment workers, represented by IUE-CWA Local 81201
in Lynn, Mass., hosted a rally on Tuesday outside the Lynn
Wastewater Treatment Plant in preparation for bargaining.
Wastewater treatment in Lynn is contracted to Veolia
Water North America. Workers filter and clean approx-
imately 15 million gallons of water daily from multiple
localities before it is redirected to the ocean.
The members hosted their rally to demonstrate not only
their internal solidarity but also the solidarity of their commu-
nity. Other union members from IUE-CWA Local 81201, IBEW, and several
Laborers’ Union locals showed up in support, as well as members of the
North Shore Labor Council, Lynn United for Change, family, and friends.
IUE-CWA Local 81201 Chief Steward and Lynn City Councilmember
Fred Hogan commented, “We wanted to show how tight-knit this community
is and that we are committed to bargaining in good faith. We have a lot of
new members, and they are looking for tangible benefits. We intend to give
it to them.”
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High on the list of concerns from affected members is the lack of sick
days. Workers currently receive only six days of sick leave and are seeking
a minimum of ten. “Our guys work in maintenance and operations,” said
Hogan. “We do electrical, repairs, and, in some cases, work directly with
waste. Getting sick is part of the job, but we don’t get compensated for it
past a certain point.” Other concerns include wages, which haven’t kept pace
with inflation, and winning additional time off.
Senators in michigan Back Workers
CWA members in Michigan recently met with two
strong champions of the labor movement to discuss the
issues that matter most to working families. State Sen-
ator Mallory McMorrow joined the Michigan CWA
Unified Council to talk about the challenges facing
workers and the importance of union power in building
a stronger, more equitable state. Her continued advo-
cacy and commitment to improving the lives of working
people across Michigan is deeply appreciated.
We are also proud to recognize Senator Elissa Slotkin for her unwavering
support of CWA and her passionate defense of workers’ rights. As she steps
into her new role in the United States Senate, we know she will continue to
be a powerful voice for unions and a dedicated fighter for Michigan’s work-
ing families. CWA looks forward to continuing our partnership with both of
these leaders in the fight for fairness, dignity, and economic justice.
mpp and mErSEN Workers Fight for Fair Contracts
in Advanced materials Industry
IUE-CWA workers at Metal Power Products (MPP) in Campbellsburg,
Ind., and MERSEN in Columbia, Tenn., are fighting for their very first con-
tracts—with resolute support from IUE-CWA Local 88502. The local also
represents MPP and MERSEN workers in St. Mary’s, Pa. IUE-CWA Local
88502 President Kelvin Torres stresses that increasing the union’s density
within the advanced materials industry builds the strength needed at the bar-
gaining table.
At MPP Campbellsburg, negotiations have been slow but steady, and the
workers remain united as they continue to push for a fair contract. During
February, MPP workers reached out to Congresswoman Erin Houchin with
Valentine’s Day postcards, urging her to pressure MPP executives and its
owner, Mill Point Capital, for fair treatment. They also conducted a com-
prehensive survey highlighting health and safety violations and extended
their inquiry to union and non-union MPP worksites nationwide. In addition
to safety, key issues including wages, benefits, and mutual respect remain
high on workers’ list of concerns.
In Columbia, Tenn., an overwhelming vote to form a union in October
2024 brought more MERSEN workers under the IUE-CWA umbrella. In re-
taliation, management imposed furloughs just before the holidays—many of
which turned into permanent layoffs. IUE-CWA responded by charging
MERSEN with federal labor law violations and exposing their broken prom-
ises to the community after receiving state subsidies meant to create good,
sustainable jobs. In solidarity, IUE-CWA Local 88502 raised hardship funds
to help laid-off members. At the same time, the bargaining committee in
Tennessee, after vigorous outreach to the media and local elected officials,
secured crucial gains during an effects bargaining, including greatly in-
creased severance pay, healthcare coverage during severance, and full recall
rights should the company expand its payroll again in the coming year.
Standing CWA Strong on health Care
CWA members from across District 4 mobilized to protect affordable
health care and oppose the proposed Health Benefits Tax. This tax would
have driven up costs for working families. To push back, members visited
congressional offices and delivered a clear message: Don’t tax our benefits!
With health care costs already rising, the proposed tax would have only
added to the burden. CWA activists called on lawmakers to sign the “Pro-
tecting Working Families from a Health Benefits Tax” pledge. Our benefits
should be protected, not taxed, and members across the district took action
to make sure their voices were heard.
defending Fiber, defending Jobs
Billionaire satellite CEOs are lobbying to divert broadband funding away
from fiber, the fastest and most reliable option that also supports good union
jobs. Instead, they want to shift those funds to slower, less reliable satellite
internet that creates fewer jobs and puts profits ahead of workers and com-
munities.
We cannot let that happen. CWA members and activists are mobilizing
to push back. Make your voice heard and urge policymakers to prioritize
high-speed fiber and the good jobs that come with it. Visit www.CWA.org/
protectOurWork to take action today. Fiber first. Workers first.
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Political Action
Committee
Cherese Gavin
Each election cycle the AFL-CIO Mahoning & Trumbull County Labor
Council, which is comprised of delegates from the unions of Mahoning &
Trumbull County, send out a survey to all the political candidates running
for office within Mahoning and Trumbull County. The surveys are sent using
the candidate’s information that is registered with the election boards. Can-
didates wishing to receive endorsement from the Labor Council may fill out
the survey and return it to be scheduled for an interview by the delegates of
the M/T Labor Council. The interviews are usually about 15 – 20 minutes
long and are conducted by local union members. After the interview process
has been conducted, the members sitting in on the interviews vote on which
candidates will best represent the voice of the labor movement. Those rec-
ommendations are then brought to the body of the AFL-CIO M/T County
Labor Council for membership approval. This year’s endorsements are as
follows:
2025 primary Election - mahoning County political Endorsement:
Mayor, City of Youngstown - Mayor Tito Brown
Municipal Court Judge, Youngstown - Judge Renee DiSalvo
President, Youngstown City Council - Mike Ray
Greetings brothers and sisters,
I’m hoping you all are doing well. As many of you know we recently had
a few members of our IUE-CWA family from Dayton in our shops. The pur-
pose of the visit was to ask our members to fill out a survey that will help in
providing a clearer picture of the issues that are important to our union mem-
bers. Thank all of you who took the time to interact with us, filled out the
survey and gave feedback.
We are actively seeking members to get involved in the Political Action
Committee. The political climate is very scary with much uncertainty for so
many of us.
I’m sure many of you have friends and family who have or are in danger of
losing their jobs. Today it’s them, but tomorrow it could be us. We are stronger
together so let's assimilate as ONE in support of ALL working people.
The 2025 PRIMARY/SPECIAL ELECTION voting is on May 6, 2025,
please make sure your voter registration is accurate and up to date. Due to
the Election Integrity Executive Order and Ohio Secretary of State Frank
LaRose audit of voter registrations there’s always the possibility of misiden-
tification. If you receive any correspondence from the Secretary of State’s
office, please do not ignore it. The boards of elections are directed to remove
registrations of individuals who fail to respond to notices sent by the Secretary
of State’s office seeking confirmation of citizenship or cancellation of their
voter registration. Below is the voting schedule for the Primary Election and
Special Election in August.
April 29: Absentee ballot applications must be received by your board of
elections by 8:30 p.m.
Early In-Person Voting Hours For April & May
(2025 Primary/Special Election | May 6, 2025)
April 8-11: 8:00am - 5:00pm
April 29: 7:30am - 8:30pm
April 14-18: 8:00am - 5:00pm
April 30 - May 2: 7:30am - 7:30pm
April 21-25: 8:00am - 5:00pm
May 3: 8:00am - 4:00pm
April 28: 7:30am - 7:30pm
May 4: 1:00am - 5:00pm
may
May 5: Mailed absentee ballots must be postmarked by this date.
May 6: Primary/Special Election: Polls are open from 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
May 6: Absentee Ballots may be returned by mail or personally delivered to
your county board of elections. If not returned by mail, absentee ballots must
be received by your board of elections by 7:30 p.m.
2025 SPECIAL ELECTION | August 5, 2025
June
June 20: Military and Overseas Absentee Voting begins
July
July 7: Deadline to Register to Vote. Boards open until 9:00 p.m.
July 8: Absentee Voting by Mail begins (Ends August 4, postmark deadline)
July 8: Early In-Person Voting begins
2025 primary Election – trumbull County political Endorsement:
July 29: Absentee ballot applications must be received by your board of elec-
tions by 8:30 p.m.
Early In-Person Voting Hours For July & August
(2025 Special Election | August 5, 2025)
July 8-11: 8:00am - 5:00pm
July 29: 7:30am - 8:30pm
July 14-18: 8:00am - 5:00pm
July 30 - August 1: 7:30am - 7:30pm
July 21-25: 8:00am - 5:00pm
August 2: 8:00am - 4:00pm
July 28: 7:30am - 7:30pm
August 3: 1:00pm - 5:00pm
August
August 4: Mailed absentee ballots must be postmarked by this date.
August 5: Special Election: Polls are open from 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
August 5: Absentee Ballots may be returned by mail or personally delivered
to your county board of elections. If not returned by mail, absentee ballots
must be received by your board of elections by 7:30 p.m.