In Transit

July - August 2010

New Team Hits the Ground Running

Upon the retirement of Warren S. George, ATU’s General Executive Board appointed IEVP Ronald J. Heintzman as the Union’s eighth international president at a special meeting on June 26. Canada’s Randy Graham was appointed international executive vice president. Long-time International Secretary-Treasurer Oscar Owens completes the executive team.

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In this issue

International President’s Message

Ready for the Challenges Ahead

Legislative Report
Bus Driver, Labor Activist, and Now, Board Member

COVER STORY
Heintzman Appointed International President Upon George’s Retirement / Canada’s Graham Appointed International Executive Vice President

Salazar, Johnson Appointed International Vice Presidents

Canadian Agenda
Failure to Invest in Infrastructure Will Cost Canadians Dearly

First Transit Sued for Discrimination
Worker Argues First Transit Discriminates Against African-American, Latino Employees & Job Applicants

Notes from the Meetings of the GEB
San Diego, CA – April 19 - 23, 2010
Chevy Chase, MD – June 26, 2010

Convention Memorial Submission Form for Deceased Local Officers

ATU’s Top Talent Entry Form

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