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Demanding Results & Respect from UPS

We are in constant contact with the company on the issues that members are bringing forward—and we are demanding results and respect from UPS. Read an update from President Vinnie Perrone on where we stand.

COVID-19 UPDATE: Health Coverage for UPS Full-Timers

The COVID-19 pandemic is unprecedented. Your Teamster health benefits are here to protect you.

COVID-19 UPDATE: Health Coverage for Part-Timers

TeamCare provides the healthcare benefits for eligible UPS part-timers in Local 804.

Important Health Fund Update

The Local 804 Health Fund staff is working hard to ensure continuing service and coverage during the Coronavirus outbreak.

In preparation for any future federal or state-mandated closures or quarantines, please make your April payment to the Health Fund as soon as possible if:

1) you are a retiree who self-pays your monthly medical plan premium OR

2) you are on COBRA.

If you are a current full-time employee who is not on COBRA or a part-time employee, covered by TeamCare, you can disregard this message. 

Protect Yourself from the Coronavirus

Most people who become infected with the Coronavirus experience mild illness and recover, but it can be more severe for others. Here’s what the World Health Organization says you can do to take care of your health and protect others:

POSTPONED: March 21 Retirement Seminar

The Teamster Retirement Seminar scheduled for this Saturday, March 21 is being postponed due to COVID-19.

The seminar scheduled for April 4 seminar is currently still on. We will monitor public health advisories and keep you informed. 

Celebrating Black History Month: How Black Activists Shaped the Labor Movement

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spent his final full day on earth advocating for the rights of workers in what’s now known as his “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop” speech. 

New Year, New 9.5 List

The new 9.5 list goes into effect today.

Local 804 has given management the names of Package Car Drivers who want to be on the 9.5 list for the next five months. The new 9.5 list is in effect from now through June 15.

2019 Highlights

Happy New Year brothers and sisters! We accomplished a lot together in 2019. Click here to read our take on some of the year's highlights.  

One union, one goal in 2020!

 

Extended Retiree Coverage for Surviving Spouses and Dependents

The Local 804 Executive Board and the Health & Welfare Trust Fund are pleased to announce expanded retiree benefits.