I just wanted to take some time to update all of you. On Friday, June 22, 2007 the Union and the Company met at the arbitration table to hear the Code 18 grievance. I feel like we presented a good case and I look forward to getting the ruling from the arbitrator. At this time, it is looking like we will get an answer sometime around October.
The Red Edge #4 arbitration is still on track to be heard the last week of August. This is a very big case and could have a major impact on the RSO. There are several other cases on the board to be heard. The Clubhouse dues case is slated for mid August and the issue over 7 hour shifts should be heard this year.
For those of you who have not been keeping up, three of the power plants in the Carolinas voted today on whether or not to go Union. The votes will be counted tomorrow and will be published as soon as they are available. I would like to thank all of those employees in the Carolinas that had what it takes to stand up and demand a voice at work. It takes courage to do that. We sometimes forget what our Brothers and Sisters did for us so many years ago.
As a reminder, the next Union meeting is Monday, July 2, 2007. I look forward to seeing you
