Local 223 U.W.U.A. and Utility Lines Construction Services Company
Training and Development Program

Mission Statement:

• Local 223 U.W.U.A. and Utility Lines Construction Services Inc. are committed to promoting quality-training programs that ensure a highly skilled workforce. The organizations core values encompass educational opportunities and continuous learning designed to promote the members/employees growth.

Our Objectives Support:

• A multi-faceted approach of external education and internal training of apprentices.
• Essential cycle training provided to Journeyman to maintain proficiency and certification.
• Specialized instruction utilized to enhance skill levels.
• Safety training promoted to protect our members/employees and the public from hazards.
• Safety programs designed to maintain system integrity.
• New technology awareness of tools and equipment and the utilization of such to increase productivity.

Date:       August 28, 2007
To:          Local 223 U.W.U.A. Members
From:      Gerald B. Robertson
               Director
               Training and Development Trust Fund
Subject:   The Local 223 U.W.U.A. Training and Development Fund Trustees Purchase Computers For Members Use

Dear Union Brothers and Sisters,

The Trustees have approved a plan to purchase 25 Slim home computers that will be available to our members to borrow while they are fulfilling their educational training. Union Built P.C. will be supplying the latest in computer components and software to us within the next couple of weeks. This new fringe benefit offers our members a computer, monitor, and accessories with the following descriptions:

• P-4 3.0 Ghz Slimline PC
• Intel P-4 630 3.0 Ghz Processor
• 1 Gig DDR2-533 Memory
• 80 GB Ultra ATA/100 Hard Drive, 7200 RPM
• 32 Mb S3 Savage 4 Graphics, 10/100 Land Controller Sound & Game System
• DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive
• 1.44 Mb Floppy Drive, Speakers, and Modem
• MS Keyboard and Optical Mouse
• Front and Rear USB Ports
• Microsoft Windows XP Home, MS Office 2007 Pro
• 17” LCD Monitor

This unique opportunity to sign up will be available to our members on a first come, first serve basis starting September 10, 2007. Send me an email (geraldrobertson@local223uwua.org) or call at (313-350-8719) to be included on the list.

Date:       September 26, 2006
To:          ULCS Employees/Local 223 U.W.U.A. Members
From:      Gerald B. Robertson
               Director
               Training and Development Trust Fund
Subject:   Student/Apprentice College and Curriculum Selection

Dear Union Brothers and Sisters,

Great News! On Friday, September 22, I met with the Trustees of the Training and Development Trust Fund and presented your ideas to them. The Trustees unanimously approved the two proposals as outlined:

1. Allow apprentices to attend the college of their choice.
2. Allow apprentices the option of continuing in the current Technical Trade Programs at Macomb/Henry Ford Community Colleges or the opportunity to pursue an Associates Degree in an Electrical Curriculum.

The agreement was made with the stipulation that you must submit an Educational Plan with supporting documentation for approvalshould you choose a college and/or curriculum other than the Macomb or Henry Ford Community College Programs. The plan must be provided to me with sufficient time allotted for review and approval, as well as the scheduling of your classes. We all have witnessed significant improvements to the training program over the last couple of months as it continues to be a work in progress. The innovative ideas being communicated from our members to the union leadership and management are great examples of partnering for the long-term benefit of everyone. With the continued effort and support of all the parties, I sincerely believe that our training program will eventually become the “desired state” for Utility Unions and Companies.

Date:       April 24, 2007
To:          ULCS Employees/Local 223 U.W.U.A. Members
From:      Gerald B. Robertson
               Director
               Training and Development Trust Fund
Subject:   Tuition Reimbursement

Dear Union Brothers and Sisters,

As promised to you, we have moved forward and made changes to the tuition reimbursement process for our members. TIC has been hired as the accounting and financial administrator of the Local 223 U.W.U.A. Training and Development Trust Fund. I believe our members will be pleased with the expediency of the new tuition reimbursement process plan and provided are the details.

Members will continue to submit documentation as in the past and the following information is required for a full (100%) reimbursement;

• Statement of course final grade and credits
• Receipt for tuition payment
• Receipt for essential course books

Your information can be mailed to me or hand delivered to our Secretary Gloria Conciello. The envelope must be addressed to:

Gerald Robertson

35874 Castlewood Ct.

Westland, MI 48185

Information will be documented, filed, and the approval of reimbursement sent to TIC for payment. This process will be performed on a weekly basis for (30) thirty days after the semester ends. Late requests for reimbursement will be on a monthly basis thereafter.  Should anyone have any questions or concerns, please contact me at (313) 350-8719.