“Long Islanders Serving the Electrical Needs of Nassau and Suffolk Counties For Over 80 Years”

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Celebrating 80 Great YearsBusiness Managers Don Fiore and Bill Lindsay could not attend. Don was in Italy on vacation while Bill was still recovering from surgery. Hopefully by the time you read this Bill will be recuperating at home. We all send our best to Bill, his wife Pat and their family on his full and speedy recovery. Both Business Managers were dearly

missed. Both President Hill and Vice Presi-dent Siegel said that they enjoyed the evening and were very im-pressed with the way the event was staged. However none of that would have been possible if it were not for the efforts of all our Lo-cal 25 Brothers and Sisters who volun-teered their ser-vices that evening. Everyone on Local

25's staff did an outstanding job of making the evening a success. It took hundreds and hundreds of hours of planning and preparation and it went off with a hitch. A special thanks to all of them for a job well done. We’d also like to thank the Local 25’s front offi ce for their help in making the evening a success. Again it was an evening to remember and we believe everyone fully enjoyed themselves. If not, you’ll have to wait another 10 years to the 90th!(Additional celebration photos on page 8)

On Saturday, May 19th, International President Ed Hill, Vice President Don Siegel, Congressman Tim Bishop and over 325 members and dear friends attended Local 25’s celebration of its rich 80 year history. The event took place in our main hall. Members both past and present, along with our many friends from government and labor fi lled the hall to the brim for an evening of testi-monials, conver-sation, fi ne food and much danc-ing. Former Busi-ness Managers Bud Fisher and Bob Dow were there along with past President Jim Plant. Current President Mike O’Grady emcee’d the event which moved along smartly. It started with roughly an hour’s welcome reception and then moved into an award and speech portion and ended with the dinner and danc-ing fi nale. Included in the evening’s festivities was a trip down memory lane through four video presentations. The fi rst dealt with a brief history of the Local over its 80 year existence. The second showed the many labor rallies the Local Union has participated in. The third highlighted many older members with their graduation classes along with numerous jobsite photos. There was a fi nal video of former Business Managers. Unfortunately,

missed. Both President Hill and Vice Presi-dent Siegel said that they enjoyed the evening and were very im-pressed with the way the event was staged. However none of that would have been possible if it were not for the efforts of all our Lo-cal 25 Brothers and Sisters who volun-teered their ser-vices that evening. Everyone on Local

25's staff did an outstanding job of making the evening

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THE CONDUIT

THE CONDUIT (Publication No. USPS 984-520) is published bi-monthly as a service to its members by Local Union 25, IBEW, P.O. Box 18033, Hauppauge, New York 11788. Third Class Postage paid at Centereach, New York 11720.

OFFICERS OF LOCAL UNION 25

Business ManagerKevin M. Harvey

PresidentMichael O'Grady

Vice PresidentJames Malley

Recording SecretaryBrian Kearney

Financial SecretaryGregory Walsh

TreasurerPaul Heinzel

Executive BoardRyan CaseySean MeehanJames PeñaSean PlantDennis ShayKeri Webster

Examining BoardPatrick BonzigliaGodfrey KingA.J. McAteerTimothy McCarthyMichael W. Perez

Business Representativesand areas they cover:

Kevin Casey – Route 110 to William Floyd Parkway, Brookhaven Lab, Testing and Maintenance, Neon Sign and Maintenance.

John Guadagno – William Floyd Parkway to Montauk, Residential and Service, Organizer and Renewable/Green Energy Rep.

Jack Majkut – Organizer, Route 110 to City Line and Specialty Agreements.

Eugene Parrington–Chief Organizer, Political Action and Membership Development Committee. Local Union representative to I.O. Organizing.

James Wisdom–Organizer, Telecommunications, Pump and Tank, Special Projects.

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By the time you receive this edition of the Conduit, Me-morial Day weekend will be a memory. I hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable one. Summer is right around the corner

and with the warmer months we are hopeful that we can have increased em-ployment for our members. Also, before you get this month’s issue, I should have some more information regarding work opportunities and new solar leg-islation from Albany. Both items are to be discussed at a Business Manager’s meeting in Albany the last week of May. Also at that meeting, the newly formed IBEW/NECA State LMCC will meet to discuss how we can continue to promote our industry – statewide. Since our last Conduit, both the IBEW and the Building and Construction Trades Department held their respective yearly conferences in Washington D.C. At the IBEW Conference, International President Ed Hill reiterated to the membership the need to use the tools provided by the International Offi ce in regaining the advantage in the pursuit of more market share. As a guest speaker, political pollster Charlie Cook spoke to the membership and advised everyone of the year’s unusual dynamics on the national political scenes. At the Building and Construction Trades Legislative Conference, President Barak Obama spoke to the delegates promoting his very pro-labor stance during his fi rst term. He stated that he believes that our economy is stronger when work-ers are getting paid good wages and benefi ts. He said that PLA’s on Federal projects along with strong Davis Bacon laws are ways to guarantee workers maintain that higher standard of living. He expressed his unconditional sup-port for the rights of individuals to organize and collectively bargain for their wages and benefi ts. The President told the delegates that it was time to pull the money out of the war efforts and use half of the monies to pay down the debt and the other half to do nation building at home. The day after the Presi-dent spoke to the Building Trades the Board of General Presidents unanimous-ly voted to endorse President Obama for another term. During these diffi cult economic times, the unionized American worker in this country needs all the help they can get in combating political forces that are looking to give our work away at lower more inferior rates. The battle lines are drawn and we need to band together to protect our packages. On the employment front, man-hours are fl at for the fi rst fi ve months of 2012, but there is work that holds the promise of additional man-hours. SUNY Stony Brook only has some 400 million dollars worth of construction work slated between the University Hospital and the campus facility. Roosevelt Field Mall has 200 million dollars in renovations, and site upgrades. We will continue to expand our Green Energy resume with our aggressive pursuit of upcoming solar work through LIPA’s new FIT program, which could bring upwards of 50 MW’s of new solar projects to Long Island. We hope you enjoy this month’s pictures of our 80th Anniversary Dinner Dance. We believe the evening was a huge success. International President Hill, International Vice President Siegel, Congressman Tim Bishop and hundreds of other guests enjoyed the evening festivities with an hour long meet and greet, proclamation awards, speeches, dinner and dancing. We believe every-

BUSINESSMANAGER’S REPORTBY KEVIN M. HARVEY

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Regular Meeting7:00 PM

2nd Tuesday each month

Executive Board Meeting7:00 PM

1st & 3rd Thursday each month

UNIT MEETINGSMaintenance

5:00 PM 4th Thursday each month

Neon Sign5:00 PM

3rd Tuesday every month

CW/CE5:00 PM

2nd Thursday every month

Residential5:30 PM

2nd Thursday every month

Telecommunications5:30 PM

1st Thursday each month

Testing & Maintenance5:30 PM

4th Wednesday every other month

COMMITTEE MEETINGSE.W.M.C.4:30 PM

Last Thursday each month

Foreman Committee7:00 PM

Last Thursday each month

Retirees Club12 Noon

1st Thursday each month

V.U.F. Committee4:30 PM

1st Wednesday each month

LOCAL UNION 25 CALENDAR Frustration can sometimes be diminished by making positive changes, a

rather general statement, but very appropriate when talking about the “Made in America” thought process. Just incorporating one or two changes in our shop-ping policies can make a difference in buying goods “Made in America”. Take a minute and while reading the labels on certain items, check to see if they are made in America. At the May Union Meeting we had a presentation given by John Jared from F.R. Apparel Inc. They have been making clothes here in America, em-ploying union members for over 100 years. Brothers and Sisters, just by changing the habit of picking up the fi rst fl annel shirt we see, order a fi re retardant fl ash rated shirt from F.R. Apparel. They are better made shirts, afford you more per-sonal safety protection and they employ Americans living here in the good ol’ USA. One more habit that is easily changed is choosing toothpaste. Crest, pro-duced by Proctor & Gamble makes about 24 varieties of toothpaste, 22 of them are “Made in America”. Two products are made in Mexico and that is printed on the label. Let’s help to make these 2 varieties the least popular of all the Crest options. Whenever possible check the product labels to see if the items you’re purchasing are “Made in America”. As I stated at the May Union Meeting, we have less than fi ve and one half (5 ½) months to prepare for the most important election for labor and the middle class in this country. Attacks on unions in Wisconsin and Indiana would not have been tolerated just 30 years ago. Tax breaks and subsidiaries for the big oil cor-poration exist even though they have seen record yearly profi ts. Super Pac’s, the greatest threat to unions, the middle class and the American Democratic Process, are not only more prevalent today but are the largest dark cloud hang-ing over the future of this country we have ever seen. These so called Super Pacs allow the ultra rich to use their wealth to purchase a political position or at the very least a candidate of their choice. Prime examples of wealth gone bad are the KOCH (pronounced COKE) Bros. who privately own Koch Industries. With esti-mated wealth in the billions and an annual corporate revenue over 100 billion, it is hard to fathom David Koch’s views on abolishing social security, ALL Federal regulatory agencies, welfare, the FBI, the CIA and even the public school system. In his view the only thing the federal government should do is care for and cater to the ultra rich. The rest of the country shouldn’t even have schools available to them. The same David Koch is the largest supporter of the “Tea Bagger Party”, wow, what a surprise. This view of society and his unconscionable sense of enti-tlement cannot be tolerated. Follow the dirty money down hill and eventually you see a sudden splash in the murky pool of right wing fanaticism, Randy Altshuler. This “Tea Bagger” backed candidate has amassed a fortune by outsourc-ing jobs from America. Randy Altshuler can be seen on video talking about go-ing anywhere in the world where the labor is cheaper than America for his own greed. He cares nothing about the middle class or the labor movement and will do anything to defeat our good friend Congressman Tim Bishop. Tim Bishop made a commitment to Local 25 and the entire Labor Movement prior to being elected in 2002 and has never wavered. He has a 100% voting record for labor and a 100% voting record on environmental issues. Tim Bishop needs the help of every Local 25 Brother and Sister to be reelected this November. Earlier I wrote about changing the habits and helping put Americans back

PRESIDENT’S REPORTBY MIKE O'GRADY

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J.A.T.C.

NEC CODE CORNER When we think about the requirements for protection from ground-faults it is important to remember that ground-fault protection is intended to protect person-nel. A ground-fault circuit-interrupter monitors the current fl ow on the supply and the return conductor. If there is an imbalance of 5 milliamps (+ or – 1 milliamp) the ground-fault circuit-interrupter will react in 1/40th of a second (.025 seconds).

In Chapter 2, Article 210 – Branch Circuits, Part I – General Provisions, Sec-tion 210.8 the code calls for all 125-volt single-phase 15-and 20-amp receptacles in the locations specifi ed, shall have ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection for personnel. While on construction sites using temporary wiring for light and power, we must follow the language of Chapter 5, Article 590 – Temporary Installations, Part (none), Section 590.6 Ground-Fault Protection for Personnel. First level subdi-vision (A) Receptacle Outlets., second level subdivision (1) Receptacle Outlets Not Part of Permanent Wiring., requires that All 125-volt, single-phase, 15-, 20-, and 30-ampere receptacle outlets that are not a part of the permanent wiring of the building or structure and that are in use by personnel shall have ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection for personnel. Remember to consult the code book for additional information. The outline of the code is included below. Practice using the Codeology Method to answer all your code challenges.

I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the 80 members who attended the LIPA Red Book training class held on April 18th. The main presenter for LIPA commented to me that everyone in attendance was attentive, cooperative, and respectful. He also appreciated all of the questions and com-ments and looks forward to presenting again. On Thursday, April 26th, ten more members were successful in attaining their NYS Class F/Digger Derick Crane License. I would like to acknowledge Welsbach Electric for donating the use of one of their trucks for three full days, two Saturday practice sessions and the one Thursday practical exam session. Thank you Welsbach Electric for being supportive of our efforts in helping members obtain another ‘tool in the pocket’. On Tuesday, May 1st, and Tuesday, May 8th, seventeen more members were successful in attaining their American First Responder CPR/First Aid/AED training. If you are interested in learning these valuable ‘Life’ tools, please call the JATC and sign up. On Wednesday, May 9th, seven more members were successful in attaining the NYS Class B with air-brake endorse-ment CDL License. Don’t you want another ‘tool in your pocket’? If you do…sign up now for CDL classes: The JATC holds practice driving classes. We also supply the truck, in-structor, and all the necessary information needed to pass the NYS Class B/Air Brakes Endorsement/ Motor Vehicles Road Test. The JATC even schedules the Driving Test with the State. All that anyone needs to do is to obtain his/her Permit and pay

for the $40.00 Road Test Skills Fee Card. Once both of these re-quirements are met, contact the JATC so that we can schedule you for the next series of driving classes. Question: Have you taken the JATC’s NFPA-70E ‘Working on or near Energized Circuits’ class already? If so, was it based on the 2004 document or the 2009 document? As with the NEC, the NFPA-70E document is also updated and there is now a 2012 NFPA-70E document. So what does this mean?

• If you attended our NFPA-70E class based on the 2009 docu-ment and you want to update your knowledge based on the 2012 document, the JATC is prepared to hold update training classes. This class will be 2 nights @ 4 hours = 8 hours.

• If you attended our NFPA-70E class based on the 2004 docu-ment and you want to update your knowledge based on the 2012 document it will require three nights. First, you must attend a 2009 NFPA-70 document update class (1 night @ 4 hours) and then attend the 2012 NFPA-70E document update training class (2 nights @ 4 hours).

If you have any questions call the JATC offi ce and we will be happy to explain.

IT’S NEVER TOO INCONVENIENT TO SAVE A LIFE – SHUT IT OFF!

Respectfully Yours,CHRISTOPHER E. KELLY–TRAINING DIRECTOR

CHAPTER, ARTICLE, PART and SECTION!

2011 National Electrical CodeChapter 2 Wiring and ProtectionArticle 210 Branch CircuitsPart I GeneralSection 210.8 Ground-Fault Circuit-Interupter Protection for Personnel. (A) Dwelling Units. (B) Other Than Dwelling Units. (C) Boat Hoists.Chapter 5 Special OccupanciesArticle 590 Temporary InstallationsPart (none) Section 590.6 Ground-Fault Protection for Personnel. (A) Receptacle Outlets. (B) Use of other Outlets.

So what does this mean? Article 210, Branch Circuits, requires 15- and 20-amp receptacles in the listed locations be provided with ground-fault circuit interrupter protection for personnel. Article 590, Temporary Installations, requires 15-, 20- and 30-amp receptacles in the listed locations be provided with ground-fault circuit interrupter protection for personnel.

CODE KNOWLEDGE = CODE CONFIDENCE

Tom Dunne

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NEC CODE CORNER (continued from page 4)

*****IMPORTANT NOTICE*****FROM THE OFFICE OF THE FINANCIAL

SECRETARY, GREGORY T. WALSHAs a result of an amendment to the IBEW Constitution at the

38th International Convention held September 2011, the per-capita dues were increased as of January 2012. Therefore *****PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE AMOUNTS*****

DUE BY JUNE 30, 2012

In SympathyThe Offi cers and Members of Local Union No. 25, IBEW extend their deepest sympathy to the following members and their families on the sorrowful loss of their loved ones.

In Memoriam

Brother Robert P. De Rosa Father

Brother Brian Perkins Father

Brother Robert Schaefer Uncle

Brother John Brush Brother-In-Law

Brother Ronald Lonigro Wife

Brother Ronald P. Lonigro Mother

Brother Brian R. Kearney Sister

Brother Robert L. Neely Passed away March 24, 2012

Brother Morton Goodman Passed away November 15, 2011

Brother Donald Perkins Passed away April 16, 2012

Brother Raymond Slater, Jr. Passed away April 30, 2012

Brother Larry J. Schmidt Passed away May 4, 2012

Brother Andrew Geremia Passed away January 11, 2011

Brother Donald Mueller Passed away May 14, 2012

“A” MEMBER MAINTENANCE with $3,000 Ins. ............. $ 101.50“A” MEMBER CW/CE with $3,000 Ins. ............. $ 101.50“A” MEMBER PUMP & TANK with $3,000 Ins. ............. $ 101.50“A” MEMBER TECHNICIANS with $3,000 Ins. ............. $ 101.50“A” MEMBER NEON SIGN with $3,000 Ins. ............. $ 101.50ALL “BA” MEMBERS ......................................... $ 51.00

The Financial Offi ce is now accepting Master Card, Visa & Discover credit cards.

$1.50 Fee applies for three month cards $3.00 Fee applies for six month cards

Be sure your payments are correct. Checks in the wrong amount will have to be returned, thereby delaying the issuance of your new work card and receipt.

Please renew early by mail if possible *****Include a self- addressed stamped envelope*****

*********IMPORTANT NOTICE*********FROM THE OFFICE OF THE FINANCIAL SECRETARY, GREGORY T. WALSH

Every member of Local 25 is entitled to a death benefi t provided by the International Pension Plan. Most members also participate in our Group Life Insurance with the Union Labor Life Insurance Company.

When you were initiated, you selected a benefi ciary to receive each of these benefi ts. Please review your benefi ciary designations. The benefi ciary that you designated when you were sworn in may not be appropriate today. If you wish to change the benefi ciary on either or both of these benefi ts, please contact the Financial Offi ce.

MONTHLY CODE CHALLENGE

Find the correct Chapter, Article, Part and Section and win a prize!

XXX.XXX Conductor Identifi cation.(A) Grounded Conductors. Insulated or covered grounded conductors shall be identifi ed in accordance with 200.6.(B) Equipment Grounding Conductors. Equipment grounding conductors shall be in accordance with 250.119.(C) Ungrounded Conductors. Conductors that are intended for use as un-grounded conductors, whether used as a single conductor or in multiconduc-tor cables, shall be fi nished to be clearly distinguishable from grounded and grounding conductors.

Distinguishing markings shall not confl ict in any manner with the surface mark-ings required by 310.120(B)(1). Branch-circuit ungrounded conductors shall be identifi ed in accordance with 210.5(C). Feeders shall be identifi ed in accor-dance with 215.12.Exception: Conductor identifi cation shall be permitted in accordance with 200.7.

Send in your answer with the correct Chapter, Article, Part and Section and win a prize.

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C OPE (Committee On Political Education)

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

My fi rst involvement with Cope goes back to when I was taking my apprenticeship classes. During break time a delegate walked in and asked if anyone could help out with COPE by doing some hand bill-ing. I had worked 6 years for a non-union electrical contractor, and now that I was doing union work, I had no problem volunteering on a Saturday morning. We met up at 9:00am on a Saturday morning; it was a quick 2 hours of walking with friends. If we don’t get involved in politics, we leave family, friends, and our future in somebody else’s hand. Unions are con-stantly under attack, including the apprenticeship language and the Davis Bacon Laws. Get involved and make a difference. We have put together events with the help of dedicated members and the support of our Business Offi ce for the main purpose of bringing the member-ship together and reinforcing unity. Here is a list of upcoming events. Please try to attend.

� June 25th Congressional Night. 6pm Politicians from Washington, DC and N.Y. State come to our Hall to make their speeches and answer any questions that you or other Local's members may have.

� June 30th (Rain Date July 1st) COPE 2nd

Annual Car and Motorcycles Show. 9am - 5pm.Event is held here at our hall, and it’s only for Local 25 members families and friends vehicles. There is no admission, registration, or booth fee. All hamburgers, hot dogs, waters, sodas and cotton candy are only $1.00. Additionally, we are looking for the members who have bands to come down and play 1 or 2 sets. We do ask you to bring a donation of a nonperishable food for Island Harvest. Any Brothers or Sisters who have their own side business, such as DJ, tent rentals, etc., please come down and share those great deals, not only to the existing members but also with new members who will be getting to

know you. A special thanks to John Frontino for running this event with the help from Darren Macario, James Feldmann, Michael Chludzinski, Mike Normandy, Susan Savochka, Tom Dziurka, TJ Diaz, and Godfrey King.

� August 25th 2nd Annual COPE Fishing Trip – Captain Lou’s 9am - 1pm. This event is for family and friends. Last year’s trip was awesome. We had moms, dads, kids, aunts, uncles, and one grandpa. The fi shing was so active we only moved twice. The price is $30 adults and $20 kids, which includes fi shing poles and bait. A special thanks to Rich Johnson for running this event.

Please contact us if you have any questions or if you want to help out with hand billing. Thank You,

Your Brother in SolidarityMICHAEL P. MONTELEONEC.O.P.E COMMITTEE CHAIRMANEmail: local25cope@yahoo.comCell phone 1-516-508-0462Facebook - IBEW Local 25 C.O.P.E

One of our members from Roland's Electric was incorrectly identifi ed in last month's issue. The team shown in the picture are Journeymen Doug Hisgen and Dean Martin. "Oops, sorry about that Doug."

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APPRENTICE AWARENESS COMMITTEE

21 Reasons Why You Should Thank A Union

• FMLA • Minimum Wage • Civil Rights Act/Title VII (Prohibits Employer Discrimination) • Child Labor Laws • Worker's Compensation (Worker's Comp) • Unemployment Insurance • Pensions • Employer Health Care Insurance • Collective Bargaining Rights for Employees • Wrongful Termination Laws • Veteran's Employment and Training Services (VETS) • Compensation Increases and Evaluations (Raises) • Sexual Harassment Laws • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

New Tester – Fluke T5-600 or T5-1000 or Equivalent

Business Manager’s Report (continued from page 2)

one present enjoyed taking a trip down Local 25’s memo-ry lane. A special “thank you” to those who participated (especially the volunteers) – you all made the evening a tremendous success. Finally, in closing, a special recognition to all our military service men and women, both past and pres-ent. Thanks for all that you have done and all that you continue to do. You are the reason why we, as a grateful nation, have so much to be thankful for. Nowhere else in

the world is one country blessed with such good fortune. All of that is the direct result of our freedoms – freedoms won by the sacrifi ces of so many. Our thoughts of appre-ciation and gratitude are always there. That concludes my article for this month. Remember to shut down energized circuits, work smart, work safe and be “Union Strong”.

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to work, here is the opportunity. Make a commitment of six hours in the next fi ve months to our COPE Committee. Six hours means two three hour Saturday morning COPE events. Contact our COPE Committee Chairman Mike Mon-teleone to volunteer for Tim Bishop or any of our other endorsed candidates. Nothing is more important than our family’s future. Make this an investment in your family’s future by volunteering for a candidate committed to your right to earn a decent living.

Remember these upcoming events:

• Tuesday, June 12, 2012 Union Meeting• Monday, June 25, 2012 Congressional Night• Saturday, September 15, 2012 Local 25 Picnic

Work Smart, Work Safe, See you at the next Union Meeting.

MICHAEL J. O’GRADY PRESIDENT

During this upcoming political season people will ask the union members, “What have the unions done for me? You guys get all the benefi ts.” You can tell them that we all benefi t from unions. Virtually ALL the benefi ts you have at work, whether in private or public sector, are in place because unions fought hard and long for them.

• Employer Dental, Life and Vision Insurance • Privacy Rights • Pregnancy and Parental Leave • Military Leave • The Right to Strike • Public Education for Children • Equal Pay Acts of 1963 & 2011 (Requires employers pay men and women equally for the same amount of work) Thank you for your time.

JOSHUA MARGOLISCHAIRMAN OF THE APPRENTICE AWARENESS COMMITTEE

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Celebrating 80 Great Years (Photos continued from page 1)

Island Hills Chorus

President O'Grady with retiree "Mac" (Arnold) McKenney

Brother Mike Heidelman and wife Madeline

Congressman Tim Bishop presenting Proclamation to President O'Grady

Vice President Jim Malley and his brother Kevin Malley

President Hill with Local 25 Business Offi ce

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Celebrating 80 Great Years

Members at the photo shoot booth

Retired member Bob Cruse and family

Brother James B. Roche and friend Mary Hughes

Brother Tom Schaefer and wife Susan

President Hill addresses the guests

Photographer / member Tom Lawless with President Hill and Business Manager Harvey

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RETIREES COMMITTEEThe meeting was called to order at 1:10 P.M.

We did the salute to the fl ag and a silent prayer. All Offi cers were present. The Sweet/Sour notes sang.

The May Retirees Luncheon was held at the Watermill Restaurant. Bill Harvey wished the new retirees continued success and thanked us all for attending. The Watermill was a beautiful place with its gardens of fl owers and tranquil waterfalls. The food was delicious; a great lunch was had by all. The honored guests were Frank Corrigan, James Feldmann, George Koch, George Lang III, Brian O’Brien, William Roberts, Edward Shaw, and Andrew Slionski. Bill Harvey got everyone on the dance fl oor. Thank you Bill and Carole Harvey for hosting this event for the new retirees. Thank you Tom Plant for taking pictures. Chaplain Fred Troll spoke, he thanked Almighty God for our food and the ability to share this day with God’s blessing and grace. This has been a great journey for us all. President Mike O’Grady introduced Business Manager Kevin Harvey. He spoke to us of the upcoming 80th Anniversary celebration of IBEW Local 25.

Sickness and Distress: Anna DiClementi, Lucille Troll, Leonore and Larry Haslbauer are all recovering at their homes. John Vitollo is back in the hospital. Bob Usher is sick and Chris Raineri is having surgery. You are in our prayers and thoughts. Terry has a comedy show for us at the John Engemann Theatre in Northport on July 26, 2012. The show is “I Love You / Your Perfect / Now Change”. Please see Terry if you are interested.

Dues are due. We need members to fi ll jobs such as Pete Romano’s, Jo Usher’s and Ray Cornelius. Our remarkably talented, effi cient, good looking recording secretary Jo Usher resigned. Jo has been our recording secretary for 12 years and now she has to work in other directions. Ray Cornelius told us he was moving to Florida. Peter is still with us, but we need replacements. When Ray leaves us we will lose our Bingo Master!!!!. So let’s all think on this.

PRESS SECRETARYELEANOR SEGALL

EWMC (Electrical Workers Minority Caucus) This past winter, in an effort to give back to the Long Island community, the EWMC held a coat drive. Ricky Viera acted as the Coat Drive Chairperson. Since January our members have gathered over 500 pounds of garments and footwear for men, women, and children. Additionally, bedroom, living room, and kitchen furniture were donated and all items were giv-

en to the Salva-tion Army. Due to our efforts, $2500 worth of clothing, coats, and shoes will be made af-fordable for those who are in need. The EWMC would like to thank our Local 25 members for taking the time to donate to this worthy cause. Your

continued support only bolsters the strength of our brotherhood and we appreciate your efforts. The EWMC is holding its fi rst annual Bowl-A-Thon Fundraiser. All are invited. The ticket price is $20 each (ticket purchase enrolls you in grand the prize draw-ing). Price includes 3 games and shoe rental. There will be great raffl e prizes and a 50/50. Join a team or form your own! The event will be held at East Islip Lanes located at 117 East Main Street, East Islip, New York, 11730 on Saturday, July 28th at 1:00 pm. For tick-et information call Timothy Haley, Chairman of the EWMC Bowling Fundraiser, at (631)560-8360. The EWMC New York Region Chapter Local 25 - 5th Annual DINNER DANCE will be Saturday, Septem-ber 29, 2012. More information to follow.

EWMC MEETINGS ARE HELD THE LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH AT 4:30 PM. YOU MUST BE IN GOOD STANDING WITH THE IBEW AND LOCAL 25 TO ATTEND.

“ONLY IN UNITY WILL WE BE SUCCESSFUL”

IN BROTHERHOOD,

GODFREY KING, EWMC PRESIDENTNEW YORK REGION CHAPTER LOCAL 25

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ImportantPhone Numbers

The following telephone numbers and websites are listed for the convenience of all covered members:

ELECTRICAL INDUSTRY BOARDBenefi t Fund Offi ce, 631-434-3344 Fax 631-434-3397 E-mail: POSTMASTER@EIBofLI.com Web Site: EIBofLI.comLOCAL 25 IBEW 631-273-4567 Fax 631-273-4773 www.IBEW25.orgIBEW Local 25HEALTH & BENEFIT FUNDMAGNACARECustomer ServiceHospital/Medical/DentalToll free 1 877 624 6224Preferred ProviderDirectory InformationToll Free 1 877 624 6224www.magnacare.comHospital Precertifi cation/2nd OpinionToll Free 1 877 335-4725Dental Options:DDS Preferred Provider 516-794-7700 www.ddsinc.netSelf-Insured Dental Services (SIDS) 516-396-5500 www.asonet.comDavis VisionFor information: 1-800-999-5431www.davisvision.comEPIC Hearing Service Plan: 1-866-956-5400Paid Prescriptions, Inc:For Information: 1-800-251-7689www.medco.comLong Island Occupational andEnvironmental Health Center (LIOEHC): 631-289-1405National EAPEmployee Assistance Providers 1-800-624-2593

www.nationaleap.comwww.nationaleap.comI.B.E.W. LOCAL 25 PENSION FUND:The Prudential Insurance Co:Pension Checks: Missing/Change of Address, Call: Toll Free, 1-800-421-1056

www.prudential.comwww.prudential.comNEBF Pension: 1-301-556-4300NEBF Education & InformationWeb Site can be accessed at: NEBF.com

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SAFETY COMMITTEE Sometimes the best teacher is an example of a real life incident. I have dedicated this Conduit article to a story about a relatively young Journeyman at the time (myself) on the job. I was running ¾ inch EMT in the Q-decking above the wind braces and cross beams. This required me to work on a 14 foot ladder. As I worked, the voids in the Q-deck were clogged with fi reproof-ing, so I would take a piece of 1 inch EMT and a lump hammer and chisel out the fi reproofi ng and slide the ¾ inch EMT through the opening. As time passed, I became more comfortable with the work I was doing. This is where my problem begins. The next time I swung the ham-mer back, the ladder kicked out and I proceeded to fall. As I fell, I hit a bank of pipes and then landed fi rst on my elbow then on my left knee. Initially I shook off the pain, but about an hour later I couldn’t bend my arm and decided to go to the emergency room. The doctor told me that I needed to have surgery to repair my elbow. As I sat home for the next two months, I had time to refl ect on how I could have done the job differently. I probably wouldn’t be home worrying about how to pay my bills. That was twenty years ago, and each morning I have a constant reminder that I need to work safe and be alert. Brothers and Sisters, whenever you are at work, whatever you are doing, take time to think and make sure you work as safely as possible. We all know the work we do is dangerous and if you aren’t paying at-tention to things around you, you may get injured or possibly killed. In closing, if anyone has a similar story that you would like to share, please e-mail me at Safetycommittee25@verizon.net.

Work safe or you might not work at all! JIM MALLEY – SAFETY COMMITTEE

Please Notify the Employment Offi ce or Business Offi ce of Any Change in Your Address

or Telephone Number or to Add Your E-mail

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A Dead Circuit Never Killed Anyone

IBEW Local 25 Pipes and Drums March 25th marked the conclusion of one of the most successful St. Patrick’s Day seasons in years. The Local 25 Bagpipe Band took to the streets in high numbers, marching in a jam packed parade season schedule. St. Patrick’s Day landed on a Saturday this year which meant we could stay out late and represent IBEW Local 25 with a sense of pride and honor on that special day.

We had several new people joining us for the fi rst time including tenor drummer Terry Bodenstein. Terry is the sister of bagpiper Robert Walker and is the fi rst female playing member of the band. This is a monumental achievement for the band and she deserves special acknowledgement. We want everyone to know more women are welcome to join the band. Accompanying us on the street this year, carrying the banner for the fi rst time with the Honor Guard was Kevin Starke (who comes from a long line of Local 25 Starkes), Chris Distefano, and Ryan Walker, son of Robert Walker. In an interview, Robert Walker said that his goal was to have his entire family in the band. Chris and Ryan are new bagpipe students and we hope to have them piping with us in the very near future. The IBEW Local 25 Pipes and Drums marched in New York City, Westhampton, and a handful of other wonderful towns in between. Most notably was Rockville Centre where the band started off the parade, and in Huntington where band manager Joe Flanagan Sr. reclaimed his trophy for Best Legs. His tireless efforts have

made him a legend not only in Huntington, but in our hearts as well. During our fi nal parade in Patchogue, we met up with the IBEW Local 3 Swords of Light Pipe

Band and exchanged pleasantries. They are a great group of guys and a very talented band. This is slightly off topic, but on Thursday, March 22nd, CWA 1104 held a demonstration on Ocean Avenue in front of the Verizon offi ces just north of Sunrise Highway. They have been fi ghting for a contract for over eight months and asked that a few of us from the bagpipe band come down to play a mock funeral. Paul Heinzel, Gerry McSweeney, and I led a funeral procession which included the Grim Reaper and about eight pall-bearers carrying a black coffi n with the words “Middle Class Jobs” painted on the sides and top. We played somber tunes until we reached the crowd of roughly 300-400 angry workers from a plethora of different unions on Long Island. Many people spoke at the podium on behalf of the working class including

a Suffolk County Congressmen, women and Union Offi cials. Most notably was the very energetic Business Manager from IBEW 1049, Don Daley Jr. Unions are being targeted and the fact still remains that big businesses are doing everything in their power to break up unions and take away the benefi ts that we have worked so hard to get. We are IBEW Local 25 union workers and we back the CWA in their fi ght. The IBEW Local 25 Pipes and Drums are always looking for new members. If you or someone you know (including family members) are interested in joining our ranks, please contact the president’s offi ce for information. The Local 25 Bagpipe Band wishes the membership and their families a happy and safe summer. Stay united brothers and sisters. Remember, united we bargain, divided we beg.

-Bobby Anderson Jr. Press Secretary/Pipe Corporal

We had several new people joining us for the fi rst time including tenor drummer Terry Bodenstein. Terry is the sister of bagpiper Robert Walker and is the fi rst female playing member of the band. This is a monumental achievement for the band and she deserves special acknowledgement. We want everyone to know more women are welcome to join the band. Accompanying us on the street this year, carrying the banner for the fi rst time with the Honor Guard was Kevin Starke (who comes from a long line of Local 25 Starkes), Chris Distefano, and Ryan Walker, son of Robert Walker. In an interview, Robert Walker said that his goal was to have his entire family in the band. Chris and Ryan are new bagpipe students and we hope to have them piping with us in the very near future. The IBEW Local 25 Pipes and Drums marched in New York City, Westhampton, and a handful of other wonderful towns in between. Most notably was Rockville Centre where the band started off the parade, and in Huntington where band manager Joe Flanagan Sr. reclaimed his trophy for Best Legs. His tireless efforts have

made him a legend not only in Huntington, but in our hearts as well. During our

-Bobby Anderson Jr.

a Suffolk County Congressmen, women and Union Offi cials. Most notably was the very energetic Business Manager from IBEW 1049, Don Daley Jr. Unions are being targeted and the fact still remains that big businesses are doing everything in their power to break up unions and take away the benefi ts that we have worked so hard to get. We are IBEW Local 25 union workers and we back the CWA in their fi ght. The IBEW Local 25 Pipes and Drums are always looking for new members. If you or someone you know (including family members) are interested in joining our ranks, please contact the president’s offi ce for information. The Local 25 Bagpipe Band wishes the membership and their families a happy and safe

Local 3 and Local 25 Pipe Majors Bill Manning and John R Martin

Local 25 Drum Corps

Rob Walker with sister Terry and son Ryan

Paul Heinzel and retired band member Tommy Buck

Retired and still making the magic happen

Father Flanagan and his son Joe

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Did You Know ? ? ? ?� Humpback whales are capable of living up to

95 years.

� Over 90% of diseases are caused or complicated by stress.

� Smartest dogs: 1) Scottish Border Collie; 2) Poodle; 3) Golden Retriever.

� State with the highest percentage of people who walk to work: Alaska.

� 93% of all greeting cards are purchased by women.

� Anise is the scent on the artifi cial rabbit that is used in greyhound races.

� The name “Tonka” trucks were named after Lake Minnetonka located in Minnesota. Tonka means “great” in Sioux.

� Each king in a deck of playing cards represents a great king from history. Spades - King David; Clubs - Alexander the Great; Hearts -Charlemagne; and Diamonds - Julius Caesar.

� Each nostril of a human being registers smell in a different way. Smells from the right nostril are more pleasant than the left. However, smells can be detected more accurately by the left nostril.

� There are over 600 different pasta shapes.

� Goat meat contains up to 45 percent less saturated fat than chicken meat.

� There are 293 ways to make change for a dollar.

— VINNIE D’AMBROSIO

LOCAL UNION 25IBEW SCHOLARSHIP

The Local Union 25 IBEW Scholarship will be awarded to a student who has graduated from the 2012 high school class. The Scholarship Requirements are as follows:

1. Must be a child of an active member of LU 25 IBEW in good standing.

2. Acceptance of the study by a FOUR-YEAR rec-ognized college or university.

3. No competitive exam will be required, as the scholarship will be drawn from all qualifi ed stu-dents who apply.

4. Funding will be in the amount of $200 per year for tuition payable to the school for four years.

5. If the student leaves school, that scholarship will be made available to another qualifi ed student. Any members who has a child who may qualify should return an application for the drawing at the July 10, 2012 Regular Union Meeting.

Please fi ll out and return the form below to the Business Manager’s Offi ce before July 9, 2012.

SCHOLARSHIP FORMMember’s Name

________________________________________________Card No

________________________________________________ .

Address ________________________________________

________________________________________________Phone #

________________________________________________Applicant’s Name

________________________________________________Applicant’s SS#

________________________________________________School Graduated from

________________________________________________Date Graduated

________________________________________________College accepted to

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SPECIAL MEMBER RECOGNITION CORNER

With the successful completion of our 80th Anniversary Dinner Dance, the Union would like to recognize the special efforts of seven Brothers and Sisters. Members Kim Burke, Margaret Herdina, Laura Holdorff and Frank Schneider all made sure the food, bar and hall preparations went smoothly, effortlessly and without a hitch. Tom

Lawless was the event’s photographer and did a great job in captur-ing the evening’s numerous candid shots. Brothers Godfrey King and Eddie Jomisko did an outstanding job in making the night’s

video presentations for everyone to enjoy and reminisce over. To all of you – thanks for a job “well done”. You made us all proud and it

couldn’t have been done without your leadership.

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Shut It Off

V.U.F. DonationsMarch 14, 2012 to May 10, 2012

V.U.F. COMMITTEE

V.U.F. Committee

Local 25, I.B.E.W.

PO Box 18033

Hauppauge, NY 11788-8833

DO THE RIGHTTHING

PLEASE USE THE ATTACHED ENVELOPE TOMAKE YOUR DONATION TO THE

VUF COMMITTEE TO HELP THE MEMBERSWHO ARE UNEMPLOYED

RETIREESOur most sincere

congratulations to the following Brothers who will or have retired. We all wish

them the very best! May they enjoy a future fi lled with happy times

and good health.

IBEW LOCAL 25PENSION FUND

IBEW INTERNATIONALOFFICE PENSION

Francis CorriganBarry Deutschmann

Troy KeelanKenneth Kaczorowski

Michael BruniBrian Hollman

Michael LeatMichael J. Bruni

Leonard ModelewskiRobert J. George, Jr.

Anthony J. Buiniskis, Jr.Dominic Baldi

Robert Franolig

Thank you Brothers and Sisters for your generous contributions and know that your donations are truly helping those in need.

Fraternally yours SEAN T. PLANT, CHAIRMAN OF VUF COMMITTEE

Ainsworth, Roger L. Allgeier, Arthur R. Anderson, Willis J. Angioi, Joseph M. Baumann, Walter C. Sr.Beckwith, Harvey V. Beneke, Frederick E. Birmingham, William J. Bonziglia, Peter L. Boris, Richard Burke, Robert F. Casey, Kevin B. Cavanagh Michael D. Cole, Daniel G. Corrigan, Francis X. Coyne, Dennis M. Craig, Shane D. Crockett, Douglas W. Cruse, Robert .L Curtin, Neil J. Jr.Czaikowski, William W. D'Ambrosio, Vincent J. Derenthall, Philip D. Doescher Allan Doherty, John P. Dunn, John J. Jr.Dunne, Thomas E. Ericson, Richard Everett, Eugene W. Faryna, Gary J.Foote, Charles J. Foote, James I. Jr.Fritscher, CarlGarthaffner, John M. Jr.Giallanza, Thomas C. Groepler, Eric J. Gruen, Carl H. Grundborg, Roland R.

Guadagno, John G. Hall, Robert A. Hanly, Richard B. Harvey, Kevin M. Heidrich, Frederick L. Jr.Henke, Andrew J. Holschuh, Paul Jackson, Quentin B. Jennings, Lewis Kearney, Brian R. Kelly, Christopher E. Koch, George Lara, Alphonse A.Lopiccolo, FrankMajkut, JohnMarino, DanielMarshall Peter C.Mc Carthy, Timothy S.Mc Dermott, Richard J.Mc Intosh, Robert F. Meyer, Jerry P. Milacek, Edward Mineo Charles Monahan, John J. Murphy, Michael C.O'Keefe, Moira A. O'Rourke, JosephOldham, Richard J. Jr.Parker, Gary A. Parker, Theodore I.Parrington, Eugene L.Payne, James V.Pekarek, William Plant, Sean T. Poretta, Emanuel Price, John J. Psillos, George M. Ritzmann, Edward S.

Ritzmann, Edward M. Jr.Roberts, William C. Rozmus, Theodore T.Ryan, Robert C. Sandford, Robert CSchlosberg, Waldemar F.Snow, Daniel C.Starke, William G.Sweeney, Michael J.Tartaglia, Thomas L.Tekverk, Charles J.Tekverk, Joseph L.Tekverk, Paul E.Tuohy, Kenneth M. Viera, Robert Walker, David C. Sr.Walsh, Gregory T. Weckesser, Ronald K. Weltner, Robert C. Winters, Jack Wisdom, James E. Wolf, George A.

A special thank you to the following contributors:

William Grant, Jr.John MichalskJay DeversThomas SkladelRichard RodriguezRobert KalbererRonald WoodhullMatthew Sklar

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A Dead Circuit Never Killed Anyone

FRIEND OR FOEWHOLE FOODS MARKET vs. ALDI FOOD MARKET

Whole Foods Market currently has three locations on Long Island with more expansion planned for the future. Over the years they have established a productive and mutually benefi cial relationship with Local 25 and other Building Trades. They just recently opened one of their fl agship stores in Lake Grove. As they plan to expand their market we hope to grow along with them.

Shop Whole Foods – a friend to Local 25.

Aldi Food Market has stated that they plan on doing a major expansion onto Long Island. So far stores in Bay Shore and Lake Grove have been done open shop. Although Local 25 has tried to build a relationship through dialogue with the General Contractor used to do the build out, efforts have failed. Aldi plans other stores. Until we can establish dialogue and eventually a working relationship, Aldi is no friend to the Local’s membership.

Aldi Foods – A foe to Local 25.

Aldi Food Market – A Foe.

Whole Foods Market – A friend.

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LOCAL UNION NO. 25, I.B.E.W.P.O. BOX 18033Hauppauge, NY 11788

PRSRT STDU.S. POSTAGE

PAIDCENTEREACH, NY

PERMIT NO. 52

Local 25 Golf CommitteeThe next tournament is on Saturday, July 28, 2012, also at the Rockhill Golf & Country Club in Manorville. The price is $125 (retired Local 25 electricians and all apprentices will be allowed a $25.00 discount). Limited to 60 golfers, please call as soon as you can to book. The fi rst group starts at 9:30AM.

The last tournament will be on Friday, September 21, 2012, at the Windwatch Golf & Country Club in Hauppauge. The day includes range balls, cart, golf, lunch on the turn, and a steak dinner back at the union hall. The price is $125 for everyone. The fi rst tee time is 10:00AM. This tournament fi lls up fast, so please call me when you know that you want to play.

Thank You Bill Jankowski, Chairman 631-981-6536

Local 25 Sportsman Club AnnouncementA sporting clays shoot has been scheduled for July 21, 2012 at Peconic River Sportsman Club. Starting time is 9:00 AM. The shooter with the lowest score will win $35.00 cash and a one year subscription to Union Sportsman Journal. An outlay of about $35.00 will be necessary to cover a cart rental. To register call Jasper Kassay @ 631-374-1288 or Peter Meeker @ 631-276-3202.