As the contract expiration nears for IAM Local 470 and PPG Industries here are a few important dates for everyone to mark on your calendar.
July 27th through August 7th – Local Lodge 470 negotiating committee will be working at the Union Hall all day for final negotiation preparations.
August 3rd through August 4th – the Committee will meet with the Company to discuss and receive any legal changes affecting the insurance plan. The Committee will also hear a state of the business address from PPG Vice President Michael H. McGarry.
August 10th – IAM Local 470 and PPG will meet at the negotiation table to exchange proposals and begin the process to negotiating a contract.
August 26th – Reading of the proposal to IAM Local 470 members will be held at the Lake Charles Civic Center in the Contraband Room. The time is yet to be determined.
