This is Tracy Kelley from Teamsters Local 853. Congratulations on taking the first step to a better future. And welcome to the battle between you, the Lux Bus drivers, and the big business trying to stop you from getting the benefits and pay you deserve for the work you do.
We want to recognize you and encourage you to speak out and reach for something better at your job. Many of you have invested years of service at Lux Bus, and you deserve more. Now is your chance to speak out. Rule number one: Give yourself a voice at this job.
It has come to our attention that Lux Bus has employed a common tactic by hiring a high-priced Union Buster company to help with their anti-worker, anti-union campaign against you.
So, I’m sure by now you may feel confused, doubtful, and maybe a little scared about unions. That’s their job. To create fear and make you doubt yourself so you don’t vote YES.
So, we want to set the record straight and give you the correct information to make an informed decision about how you can secure a much better future for you and your family.
Meeting Notice
We are having an in-person meeting next week on Saturday, October 5th, at our San Jose Union Hall at 10 AM at 1452 North Fourth Street, San Jose, CA 95112.
Here are some things we will discuss at the meeting.
- You’re being paid below the prevailing wage for the work you do.
- Your health care is too expensive and not compensated at nearly the level that Union companies get in your field.
- Your retirement 401K and pension options are not up to industry standard; this is very uncommon.
- Why has Lux Bus put you behind the 8-ball and strung you out for three years without a raise – this would not ever happen with a Union Contract.
We don’t want to overwhelm you, so I will say just please attend the meeting on October 5th. We can really dive into these deficits you are in and how we can get you the pay, benefits, and job protections you rightly deserve for the work you do.
Please watch your email and texts; we will send you more information a few more times before the meeting to give you more understanding and background of this life-changing decision you are embarking on.
Those of us who work this job have seen how Unions have made the lives of so many workers better, and it’s our mission to bring this success to as many working people as we can.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to me at any time if you have questions or concerns. My cell number is +1 (415) 425-3439, or you can email me at tkelley@teamsters853.org. I am available to you.
Respectfully,
Tracy Kelley,
Teamsters Local 853
