http://www.seafarerslog.org/archives_old/files/original/41895255c0f2a1b1fd762945bdff0aa5.pdf a13a3fe8be843bb4f63a9d45dc71cb9c PDF Text Text Volume 64, Number 12 December 2002 SIU-Crewed Cornhusker State Honored For Supporting 'Enduring Freedom' SIU members aboard the RRF ship Cornhusker State were among the first U.S. civilians to support Operation Enduring Freedom- the nation's war against terrorism. Last month , those Seafarers were honored by Transportation Secretary Norman Mineta and Maritime Administrator Capt. William Schubert, who presented them with the Merchant Marine Expeditionary Medal during a Nov. 15 ceremony in Newport News, Va . At left, Mineta (center) and Schubert (nght) present a medal to Bosun Scott Palen. Aoove, SIU VP Gov't Services Kermett Mangram (left) joins Seafarers (from left) Dionce Bright, Gualberto Mirador, Leander Garrett, Ryan Neathery, Scott Palen and Ricky Langley before the ceremony. Page 3. American Tern Joins SIU Fleet Seafarers soon will crew the American Tern (left)-a newly con- tracted, reflagged and renamed vessel-for the U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC). Formerly called the Kariba and sailing under the Liberian flag, the vessel now will fly the Stars and Stripes and principally will be used to support Operations Deep Freeze and Pacer Goose, the --------Page 3 SIU Web Site Gets Upgrade - - - - - - - - Page 2 Congress Passes Port Security Bill At the SIU hall in Tacoma, Wash. and aboard ships in the area, Seafarers recently welcomed SIU President Michael Sacco (right) and Exec. VP John Fay for discussions on a wide range of important, time- annual resupply missions, respec- ly tively, to McMurdo Base in Antarctica Steward Brenda Kamiya greets and Sacco aboard the Cape Island. Thule Air Force Greenland. Page 4. Atlantic Forest Ref lags U.S. Tacoma-Area Seal arers Welcome SIU President Base in matters. Here, Recertified Pages 12-13. Bosuns Credit Union, School For Great Career Opportunities When the SIU's newest class of recertified bosuns addressed the November membership meeting in Piney Point, Md., many of the Seafarers offered compelling firsthand stories about how both the union and the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training Education have helped them. At left, Recertified Bosun Gregory Agren (left) shows Unlicensed Apprentice Edward Tanaka how to tie a bowline knot. Page 7. �President's Report Union Upgrades Web Site Well-Eamecl Praise On behalf of the entire union, I extend congratulations to our SIU brothers and sisters aboard the Cornhusker State who recently received the U.S. Merchant Marine Expeditionary Medal. Clearly, the recognition is well-deserved, and I couldn't be more proud. As reported in this issue, SIU members on the Cornhusker State were some of the first Americans to mobilize for Operation Enduring Freedom. Their work and their dedication drew strong praise from U.S. Labor Secretary Norman Mineta and U.S. Maritime Administrator Capt. Michael Sacco William Schubert during the medal ceremony last month in Virginia. The Cornhusker States performance reminds us that although the war on terrorism is different than past conflicts, it's apparent that the U.S. Merchant Marine will continue playing an important role in this campaign. That's one thing that doesn 't change: When the nation needs us, we deliver! Along those lines, during recent meetings aboard SIU-contracted ships and in the union halls, I was encouraged by the readiness of our membership to answer the call to defend our nation, whenever the call comes. We know our role. We know what's at stake. Our hearts may be preparing for the holidays, but our minds and bodies are prepared to serve our country. And you'd better believe we'll deliver the goods-just like our brothers and sisters on the Cornhusker State. Polltlcal Action I also congratulate all the Seafarers who participated in grassroots political activities across the country leading up to last month's elections. Very often, those types of behind-the-scenes activities are difficult in that they involve sacrificing personal time. They may even seem thankless. But, believe me, the efforts are worthwhile and appreciated. Our membership is exceptional when it comes to being politically active. We study the issues. We attend rallies and man phone banks for promaritime candidates. We contribute to SPAD, our union's voluntary political action fund. It is noticed and it definitely makes a difference in the ongoing struggle to continue revitalizing the U.S.-flag fleet. As for the elections themselves, our outlook really doesn't waver. We support those who support the U.S. Merchant Marine- period. Many of our good friends, from both political parties, are returning to Congress. Now that the elections are over, we will work with the new faces on Capitol Hill and at the state and local levels of government to educate them on the importance of our issues and industry. Voices of Experience At last month's membership meeting in Piney Point, the union's newest class of recertified bosuns offered some interesting and encouraging words about the SIU and the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. A lot of their quotes appear on page 7. In a nutshell, many of the bosuns said that the SIU and the school helped them tum their lives around and offered them a true career, not just a job. They also urged the unlicensed apprentices in the audience to apply themselves and take advantage of the opportunities that exist with the school and the union. Those opportunities are real. The recertified bosuns, recertified stewards and QMEDs are living proof. As several said last month, the school is first-class all the way, from the facilities to the instructors and staff. The courses are designed to promote career advancement and boost general academic studies, too. I encourage all eligible Seafarers to upgrade whenever possible and get the most out of the Paul Hall Center. The school is there for your benefit. Don't waste the opportunity. Happy Holldays With the season upon us, I extend my warmest wishes for safe, happy holidays to all active and retired SIU members and their families. I remain thankful for the SIU family and your consistently strong support. Volume 64, Number 12 December 2002 The SIU on line: www.seafarers.org The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 1086-4636) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU, AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Periodicals postage paid at Southern Maryland 20790-9998 and at additional offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Director, Jordan Biscardo; Managing Editor/Production, Deborah A. Hirtes; Associate Editor, Jim Guthrie; Art, Bill Brower; Administrative Support, Jeanne Textor. Copyright© 2002 Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD All Rights Reserved. Five years after first venturing into "cyberspace," the SIU in late October launched a vastly rebuilt version of its web site, located at www.seafarers.org. The revamped site includes information about the union and the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, links to other useful sites, and a greatly improved "search" function, among other content. "Although numerous additions had been made to the old site over the years, the new site is a big improvement, both in terms of content and appearance," said SIU Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel, who helped oversee development. "I encourage all Seafarers who use the internet to check out the new site." The home page includes a regularly updated listing of upcoming membership meetings, links to top stories from the current edition of the Seafarers LOG, SIU and industry news briefs (under the heading "Heard at Headquarters"), and the first few lines of a profile of the union (for first-time visitors). It also features a "Job Info" link which directs visitors to information about the Paul Hall Center's unlicensed apprentice and veterans' programs, respectively, as well as an electronic form for mariners interested in joining the union. In the "About the SIU" section, visitors will find the full SIU profile, an article detailing SIU and U.S. maritime history, a list of the union's executive board (including photos) and a list of Seafarers International Union of North America affiliates. 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Seafarers Crew Up Newest ATB F®I ~.tt.her dldtt"t di~ tH enlhusU.sm ol tho m11re th#n JOO JH!Ople W1'0 Ukb<olrd lite <htlftenlng of Intrepid Sofp f'f4"'fl'l"•ntll ~•s< SIU-c:rew<d 1"9 and a«ompaoyi(>g doublt,.huYf!d Nrge ocr. JI! In St~rg•°" &Jy. Wis. The new-look home page includes news briefs, a list of upcoming membership meetings and more. The section titled "Member Benefits & Resources" features a complete list of upcoming membership meetings, White House and congressional links, labor and maritime links, downloadable benefits applications, and a list of all SIU halls. To date, the site's largest section is the one covering the Paul Hall Center. Its content includes a school overview and history, information for contacting the admissions office, a downloadable upgrading application, upcoming course dates, course descriptions, information on the apprentice program, and a remembrance of the late SIU President Paul Hall. Finally, the Seafarers LOG section includes selected articles and photos from the current and immediately previous editions of the union's monthly newspaper, tips for submitting story ideas (including staff email addresses) and information on how to subscribe. Older LOG articles (from July 2002 on) may be accessed through the search function. The internet is a global network of computers which any other properly configured computer may access. It originated in 1969 as the result of a U.S. Department of Defense project that connected the Stanford Research Institute, UCLA, UC Santa Barbara and the University of Utah. The world wide web is a segment of the internet created by Swiss scientists in 1989. Development of today's most popular browsers followed a few years later, and the web's popularity skyrocketed. Council Memorializes Ed Pulver The Jersey City (N.J.) Municipal Council has approved a city ordinance creating the "Edward B. Pulver Way," memorializing the late SIUNA vice president. The council unanimously approved the ordinance Oct. 23. A dedication ceremony is planned for late March 2003. Edward B. Pulver Way will be the address of Washington Street from Dudley Street to the southern terminus of Washington Street at the Morris Canal. A Korean War Memorial is being built at the southern end of the street. Brother Pulver passed away May 26 at age 78. A Jersey City native; he was a tireless philanthropist and dedicated trade unionist. "The ordinance is very appropriate and a great way to remember our good friend and brother," noted SIU President Michael Sacco. "Ed did so much to help others. He was a true humanitarian and a tremendous leader for the union." The ordinance recaps Pulver's Edward B. Pulver overwhelming record of generosity. Among other activities, he founded several organizations which helped immigrants adjust to U.S. society without sacrificing their heritage. He belonged to numerous community and c1v1c groups including the National Executive Board of the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement, and the Hudson County (N.J.) Economic Development Corporation. He served as executive vice president of the Filipino and Americans As One organization and as president of the Hudson County SPCA. Additionally, he served on the board of directors for the Hudson County School of Technology as well as for Saint Francis Hospital and Christ Hospital. On the labor side, his association with the Seafarers dated back more than 50 years. He headed the SIU's office in Jersey City. Pulver was the president and a founding member of the Hudson County Central Labor Council, and served on the state AFL-CIO executive board. He was a delegate to several Democratic national conventions. Pulver lived in Bayonne, N.J. for the past 35 years. He began sailing in the 1940s on railroad tugs in the New York/New Jersey harbor. He became active in the SIU when the fleet he helped organize elected to affiliate with the organization's Inland Boatman's Union. Please be advised that SIU headquarters and all SIU hiring halls will be closed Wednesday, January 1, 2003 for the observance of New Year's Day and Monday, January 20f 2003 for the observance of Marlin Luther King Jr. s birthday (unless an emergency arises). Normal business hours will resume the following workday. �..... -· ~ -- ----..,,--,------------~----------------._...,_.~--~--.....-_...--"'."P'!l~--_... '!""llll__!lllm_ _. . . . . . . . . . . .~. . . . .lm!I. .~........... 'Duty, Loyalty and Service' SIU Members, Cornhusker State Honored · For Support of Operation Enduring Freedom SIU members aboard the auxiliary crane ship Cornhusker State received the Merchant Marine Expeditionary Medal-presented by U.S. Secretary of Transportation Norman Mineta and U.S. Maritime Administrator Capt. William Schubert-during a ceremony Nov. 15 in Newport News, Va. Seafarers received the medals for their professional support of America's war against terrorism. Additionally, Mineta and Schubert presented the U.S. Maritime Administration's (MarAd's) Professional Ship Award to the Cornhusker State for supplying what the agency described as "exceptional service in providing cargo operations and transportation of equipment during Operation Enduring Freedom." The vessel is operated by SIUcontracted Interocean Ugland Management (IUM). "For six months without relief, the Cornhusker State and crew supported the ongoing war against terrorism," said Mineta. ' In years to come, history will recall the valiant service of the Comhusker State and crew with the three simple word : duty, loyalty and service." IU Government Services D i' i ion Vice President Kermett angram and orfolk, a. Port nt org Kenny were a ong t e IU officials who attended the ceremony at the 23rc1 treet Pier. According to MarAd, the Professional Ship Award "is given to non-military ships that achieve the highest degree of readiness, performance, efficiency, reliability, productivity and safety. Ships th.at receive this prestigious award have distinguished themselves through outstanding accomplishments or significant mission contributions to the United States and the American people." The Merchant Marine Expeditionary Medal, first approved in 1990 for mariners who participated in Operations Desert Shield and Desert S'torm, may be presented to mariners who serve aboard U.S.-flag ships in support of operations involving the U.S. military and national interests. The Cornhusker State is 610 feet long and is part of MarAd's civilian-crewed Ready Reserve Force (RRF). All RRF ships are owned by MarAd and managed by private American companies. As part of Operation Enduring Freedom, Seafarers and members of the American Maritime Officers (AMO) aboard the Cornhusker State were deployed in the Indian Ocean without relief or any port visits for six months. In announcing last month's awards, MarAd noted, "The RRF hip, crew, and the supporting maritime industry lived up to President Bush's rally, 'We will not tire, we will not falter, we will not fail, ' in his September 20, Union, Company Officials Tackle Key Safety Issues SIU Safety Directors from across the country met last month at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. to hone their skills and study the latest happenings in the maritime industry. Their agenda for the fourth annual SIU ·Safety Directors Conference included training record book (TRB) audits, conflict · resolution, STCW requirements, effective communication, fire fighting training and more. . They received safety presenta- tions from SIU-contracted Alaska Tanker Co. and Dyn Marine, and also met with representatiyes of the SIU's various departments to review key procedures that impact the individual Seafarer's interactions with headquarters and the ports. "It was an excellent course, very valuable," stated SIU Norfolk, Va. Safety Director Samuel Spain. "The program helps you work with people and promotes safety. The presentations from the companies were 2001, address to Congress." SIU members who received medals included Bosun Scott Palen, ABs Michael Borders, Laurentis Colbert, Phillip Harmon, William Humphrey, Jesus Olbes, David Roof and Stacey Twiford, OSs Jose Cuevas and Justin Koger, Electrician Jay Clothier, QMED Brad Neathery, OMUs Kurt Benjamin, Kenneth Garner and Anthony Neathery, GUDEs Brandon Harold and Ricky Langley, Chief Steward Charles Scott, Chief Cook Ronnie Hall and SAs John Noel, Robert Weeks and Talib Aekins. In addition to Mineta, participants in the ceremony included U.S. Maritime Administrator Capt. William Schubert; U.S. Rep. Robert "Bobby" Scott (DVa. ); Mr. Joseph Schumacher, representing U.S. Rep. Jo Ann Davis (R-Va.); IUM President Jorge Aguirre; and MarAd South Atlantic Region Director Nuns Jain. The Cornhusker State initially was activated in 1991 to support the allied coalition's mission in Operations Desert Shield and De ert Storm. In 1994, with only five day notice, the crew set sail for Haiti where the Cornhusker Stat~ effectively supported the humanitilrian peacekeeping mission Operation Uphold Democracy for 74 days. great, especially the parts about how they've implemented various safety programs." SIU New Orleans Safety Director Chris Westbrook described the conference as "very informative. One thing that really stood out was the (presentation on the) Alaska Tanker Company (ATC) safety program. The way they relate to crews, actually rid- Photo courtesy of MarAd U.S. Secretary of Transportation Norman Mineta (left) and U.S. Maritime Administrator Capt. William Schubert (center) present the Expeditionary Medal to SIU member Jay Clothier. ~... ing the ships to promote safety, that says a lot. When they're actually aboard the ships carrying the message, it puts it in perspective." Participating safety directors included Spain, Westbrook, Harold "Duke" Bryan (Tacoma), Receiving their Merchant Marine Expeditionary Medals and copies of the commendation are AB Stacey Twiford, QMED Brad Neathery and Chief Cook Ronnie Hall. Jeff Turkus (Wilmington), Steve Ruiz (Jacksonville), Frank Iverson (Honolulu), Todd Brdak (Algonac), William McLaughlin (Brooklyn), Kenny Moore (Houston), Amancio Crespo (Santurce) and Archie Ware (San Francisco) . . As part of the conference, Paul Hall Center Safety Director James Hanson discusses the importance of including certain types of information on shipboard safety reports. Atlantic Forest Reflags U.S. Seafarers Crew LASH Ship in Rotterdam ATC Labor Relations Director Bill Cole (above right) and Dyn Marine Shipboard Crewing Manager Jake Jacobs (below right) addressed the safety directors last month at the Paul Hall Center. Among other key topics, Cole discussed ATC's safety initiatives and the importance of having the whole crew work together "before potential safety problems become accidents." Jacobs (also standing in photo above) discussed communications skills, including how messages may become distorted, and how effective communication can promote problem-solving and safety. SIU members began crewing the newly reflagged LASH (lighter aboard ship) vessel Atlantic Forest Nov. 14 in Rotterdam. The newly contracted ship, owned by Waterman Steamship, is part of the U.S. Maritime Security Program (MSP). It formerly flew the Russian flag before donning the Stars and Stripes. The SIU contract covering the Atlantic Forest includes the premier "Plan G" medical benefits, participation in the Seafarers Money Purchase Pension Plan, and vacation benefits at an accrual rate of l 4for-30. · Built in 1983, the Atlantic Forest is 862 feet long and I 05 feet wide. It is equipped with a 500 metric ton LASH gantry crane, and has a capacity of 82 LASH barges. �American Tern Joins SIU Fleet Seafarers soon will crew the American Tern-a newly contracted, reflagged and renamed vessel-for the U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC). Formerly called the Kariba and sailing under the Liberian flag, the vessel now will fly the Stars and Stripes and principally will be used to support Operations Deep Freeze and Pacer Goose, the annual resupply missions, respectively, to McMurdo Base in Antarctica and Thule Air Force Base in Greenland. In the interim between missions, according to MSC officials, the ship also will move ammunition, general cargo and fleet hospitals. MSC-chartered operations are scheduled to begin this month, when the ship reports to Port Hueneme, Calif. SIU-contracted Osprey Ship Management won the contract from MSC to operate the vessel. Under the pact, which could last as long as 51 months, Seafarers who crew the Tern will receive medical benefits to the premier Plan G level-which includes 100 percent (reasonable and customary) prescription coverage for Seafarers and their dependentsand a vacation benefit of 14 days for every 30 days worked (increasing to 15 for 30 on the second anniversary of the contract). As of press time for the Seafarers LOG, the vessel was in dry dock in Jacksonville, Fla., being fitted with features required by its charter. The American Tern replaces the Green Wave, which had been under charter by MSC since 1984 on the Antarctic route. A larger vessel, the Tern is a 12-year-old German ship. According to officials, the vessel boasts about onethird more cargo space, a higher ice rating and is 10 years newer than the Green Wave. Although the American Tern won't look much bigger that the Green Wave-at 521 feet it is only 14 feet longer and seven feet wider- the vessel can carry 977 shipping containers (milvans) compared to 594 on the Green Wave. Each milvan, which measures 8-by-8-by-20-feet, weighs 5,000 pounds empty and up to 40,000 full and holds the equivalent of an airplane load. The American Tern has three on-board cranes, compared to four on the Green Wave, but those on the newer ship are larger and can lift more, officials pointed out. Additionally, the American Tern is more suited for icy conditions than the Green Wave. McMurdo Station is Antarctica's largest community. Situated on the southern tip of Ross Island, 2,200 miles due south of New Zealand, the station serves as the logistics hub for half the continent. Thule Air Base is located 900 miles south of the North Pole and 950 miles north of the Arctic Circle. MSC is the ocean transportation provider for the Department of Defense. The command operates more than 120 active ships daily around the world. SIU ITF Inspectors Help Crews Collect More Than $550,000 in Back Wages It has been a busy and productive year for the SIU's International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) inspectors, who have secured more than $550,000 in back pay for crews on runaway-flag vessels and other foreign-flag ships. In one recent case, ITF Inspector Arthur Petitpas and ITF Assistant Coordinator Enrico Esopa (both of the SIU) secured more than $138,000 in back wages for Croatian mariners aboard the Malta-flagged vessel MSC Zrin in early October. The crew hadn't been paid in five months. Petitpas met with them aboard the ship in Baltimore and then in Newport News, Va., where he had the vessel arrested following repeated delays in paying the crew. A few hours later, the back pay arrived. In other recent cases involving SIU ITF inspectors: • On a routine ship inspection in New Jersey, Esopa discovered that Filipino mariners on the Cyprus-flagged Panamax Luck The union's ITF inspectors recently completed computer training at the Paul Hall Center directed by the ITF. Pictured at the Piney Point, Md. facility are {from left) ITF Actions Unit Rep Bill Goodger, Inspector Tony Sacco, U.S. ITF Coordinator John Sansone, Asst. Coordinator Enrico Esopa and Inspector Arthur Petitpas. Greetings from the Paul Buck After performing some routine maintenance on the steering gear space room exhaust fan, Seafarers aboard the Paul Buck are ready to replace the cover. From the left are QMED/Pumpman Peter Joseph, Unlicensed Apprentice Alan Grenier, DEU Jeff Thomas and QMED O'lan Pajarillo Jr. The Ocean Ships, Inc. vessel was loading cargo in the port of Houston at the time this photo was snapped. It then proceeded to Puerto Rico to unload. The crew members wish everyone a happy holiday season. Cain Brotb.en Wear Support For SPAD on (Coat) Sleeves John and Hubert Cain have a combined 75 years of experience in the SIU. It's no surprise, then, that the brothers understand the importance of the union's voluntary political action fund (SPAD). "It's the backbone of the whole union," said John, who lives in the Houston area. "I've been to Washington (D.C.) and I see where the money goes. It's like politics anywhere-if you don't get the money (for political contributions), you don't get support for your industry." The brothers recently showed their continued support of SPAD by donating enough to secure the new jackets that ar part of a were being paid less than what was called for in their contract. He contacted the company and demanded the crew be paid in full. Within a few days, the mariners had received more than $73,000 in back pay- all that was due them. • In a similar case in midSeptember, an inspector found that the crew of the Cyprusflagged Olympia was being paid less than what's called for in the ITF contract. He secured more than $14,000 on the crew's behalf in Lake Charles, La. • In Wilmington, Del., Petitpas secured more than $25,000 in back wages for the multinational crew of the Liberian-flagged Golden Bay. • In Charleston, S.C., Tony Sacco received a call from an AB on the Bahamian-flagged Lancashire because of unpaid wages and lack of provisions. He went to the ship and quickly secured more than $6,600 in back pay for the crew and also ensured that proper provisions were ordered. "The network of ITF inspectors worldwide makes it harder for shipowners to take advantage of mariners, but the problem certainly continues," observed Esopa. "If Seafarers hear of any problems on foreign ships, please advise any ITF inspector and you can be sure we' 11 be there to help." In addition to Esopa, Petitpas and Sacco, SIU Algonac, Mich. Port Agent Don Thornton and Florida-based Scott Brady are the union's ITF inspectors. Standing in front of SPAD posters in the Harvey, La. hall are Bosun John Cain, with his new SPAD jacket, and SIU Port Agent Steve Judd. Retired Bosun Hubert Cain (right) shows his new SPAD jacket to Recertified Bosun Terry Cowans outside the SIU hall in Mobile, Ala. promotional program which began earlier this year. In that program. ch dul d t la t through July 2003, Seafarers who contribute to the fund through a check-off authorization found on the vacation application (and also available at the union halls) will receive a SPAD lapel pin (for an authorized contribution amount of 50 cents per day); the pin and a SPAD T-shirt ($1 per day); or the pin, shirt and a SPAD baseball cap ($1. 50 or more per day). The SPAD jacket is available to members who make a onetime donation of $300 or more in addition to their check-off authorization. "The jackets will be a hit when people see them," said Hubert, who retired in 1999 but helps out at the SIU hall in Mobile, Ala. "It's a quality jack- et and it gets the name out there, too." John. a b un n th r gang, described the SPAD jacket as "good value for the money" and credited the union for supporting pro-maritime candidates regardless of political party. He also complimented SIU President Michael Sacco and other members of the union's executive board. "It's unreal how far we've come, and they've done so much. To name just one example, I never thought I'd see a foreign-flag ship reflag under the Stars and Stripes. Now, it's happening." Hubert said he has only one complaint about the SPAD jacket: "It fits well, but it's been 80 degrees every day lately!" He added that he enjoys working at the hall. "I know all those guys. I tell the kids, 'I went to sea with your daddy."' LOG Awarded 2nd Prize In Labor Press Contest The Seafarers LOG recently earned a second-place award for "general excellence" from the International Labor Communications Association (ILCA). The ILCA is an AFL-CIO organization which provides support to international, national, regional and local union publications and web sites. The association conducts an annual labor journalism competition. The most recent contest (covering the year 2001) drew nearly 1,200 total entries, in more than a dozen categories. In the general excellence competition, the LOG went up against other union newspapers of similar circulation. The Guild Reporter, published by The Newspaper Guild/CWA, received the fust-place award. Judges for the contest are "retired labor publication editors, labor reporters and other professionals in the business of keeping people informed about the news," according to the ILCA. The combined per-issue circulation of the ILCA's 900 member publications exceeds 28 million. �ngress Sends Congress has taken what it hopes will be a major step toward boosting security at the nation's seaports with its passage of The Maritime Security Act of 2002 (S. 1214). The Senate on Nov. 14 approved the measure 95-0 and the House passed it by voice vote Nov. 18, sending it to President Bush for his expected signature. The legislation's passage marked the culmination of a nearly two-year effort by lawmakers to close the security gap that exists at the 361 ports along America's coasts. Sponsored by Chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee Fritz Hollings (D-S.C.), Ranking Republican John McCain (R-Ariz.), Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Subcommittee Chairman John Breaux (D-La.) and Intelligence Committee Chairman Bob Graham (D-Fla.), the measure combines countless federal, state, local and private law enforcement agencies overseeing the security of the international borders at America's seaports. Further, it authorizes more security officers, additional screening equipment and the building of important security infrastructure at seaports. The legislation also includes the first Coast Guard authorization since 1998. The bill autho- rizes $6 billion dollars for the Coast Guard's total budget for fiscal year 2003, which is $1 billion more than the amount appropriated in the FY 2002 Transportation Appropriations bill. Among its provisions, it allows for an increase in active duty military personnel from 35,500 to 45,500, authorizes $725 million for capital investments, and aims to ensure that the Coast Guard can balance its many roles. "With the legislation, we are, for the first time, creating a national system for securing our maritime borders," said Senator Hollings, "While the terrorist attacks of September 11 exposed the security vulnerabilities apparent in our nation's entire transportation system, we learned long before that tragic day that the lack of security at our nation's seaports presented our nation with one of its greatest security risks. "The sheer size and complexity of our port facilities combined with the enormous volume of commercial cargo that travels through them every day makes them vulnerable to attack. Coupled with the dramatic threat risk and the potential severity of the consequences, our ports represent a significant weakness in our national security. With this bill, we begin to ensure that our ports will have the comprehen- arAd Report Forecasts lntermodal Gridlock . Maritime Administrator Captain William G. Schubert last month announced the findings of a Maritime Administration report on intermodal access to U.S. ports. The report, based on a survey of 70 percent of American ports, focused on the state of roadway, rail and waterside access. It found that while intermodal connections at U.S. ports may be good enough now to keep cargo moving, they probably won't be in a few years. Expected increases in cargo traffic will strain the system-especially in already congested metropolitan areas and major trade corridors. "Getting a ship into port is only part of the story," said Schubert. "If the goods can't move quickly away from the water, then our transportation system isn't doing the job." He noted that most ports anticipate greater cargo flows in the future. An emerging need for all U.S. ports, especially container ports, is for real-time traffic information. Radio transmission and web-based information on traffic conditions is of increasing importance to ports and transportation providers as they manage the inland movement of marine cargo. This is reflected in the large number of ports reporting unacceptable conditions in these emerging elements of the intermodal access system. Significant access issues are found on the local access roads to ports, and at grade rail crossings. Truck-only routes are of increasing significance as cargo volumes grow and there is a critical need to separate freight and passenger traffic on local roads and on state Captain William G. Schubert U.S. Maritime Administrator roads and interstates. The report also revealed the positive results of intermodal access investments. Among the ports surveyed, more than 90 percent noted acceptable or better conditions in terms of the availability of on-dock rail facilities and aids to navigation on the waterways. MarAd plans to continue its yearly assessment on access to ports and terminals. The Maritime Administration has the primary responsibility for encouraging the development and maintenance of a competitive United States merchant fleet that is capable of carrying the nation's domestic waterborne commerce and a substantial portion of its waterborne foreign commerce. MarAd also seeks to ensure the U.S. has adequate shipbuilding and repair services, efficient ports, effective intermodal water and land transportation systems, and reserve shipping capacity in time of national emergency. ecurity Bill to President sive plans, advanced intelligence, to make fair and equitable allocapersonnel, law enforcement, and tions to port authorities, waterregulations in place to vastly front facility operators, and state improve security." and local agencies to provide According to a summary pro- security infrastructure and servided by Senator Hollings' office, vices. Authorizes grants for varithe Maritime Security Act of ous types of security upgrades including reimbursements for 2002 as agreed to by the Senate: • Provides that the Secretary upgrades that are in compliance of Transportation will conduct an with federal national and area assessment of all vessels and security plans that have been facilities on or near the water to made since September 11, 2001. identify those at high risk of Authorizes such sums as necesbeing involved in a transportation sary to help grant recipients comsecurity incident. Once the vul- ply with the federal security nerable infrastructure is identi- requirements mandated by the fied, and interim security mea- Act. The legislation requires the sures have been adopted, the administration to propose fundCoast Guard will conduct more ing levels for seaport security detailed vulnerability assess- programs and mandates annual ments of vessels and facilities. reports outlining compliance with •Mandates a National Mari- the security mandates established time Transportation Security Plan in the act. and regional Area Maritime •Authorizes $90 million in Transportation Security Plans be research and development grants developed by the Coast Guard to be awarded to develop meththat will be adequate to deter a ods to increase the ability of the transportation security incident to U.S. Customs Service to inspect merchandise carried on any vesthe maximum extent. • Mandates for the first time sel arriving in the United States; ever that all ports, facilities and develop equipment to detect vessels have comprehensive nuclear materials; improve the security plans and incident tags and seals used on shipping response plans based on detailed containers, including smart senCoast Guard vulnerability assess- sors for tracking shipments; and tools to mitigate the consements and recommendations. •Requires these plans be quences of terrorist attack. approved by the Coast Guard. All •Authorizes $33 million for ports, waterfront facilities and development of security training vessels are required to operate and for the education and certifiunder approved security plans. cation offederal, state and private • Set up local port security security personnel. Directs the committees to better coordinate Secretary of Transportation to the efforts of federal, state, local, develop a curriculum for training and pri ate law enforcement and standards for the certification agencies and to advise on securi- of maritime security professionty plans. The federal agencies als. The standards are to be develinclude intelligence, FBI, Cus- oped through consultation with toms, Immigration, and the Coast the Federal Law Enforcement Guard. Training Center as well as other •Directs the U.S. Department security and police agencies, priof Transportation to formulate vate organizations, and individuregulations to develop secure als with cargo and maritime secuareas in ports, as part of their rity expertise. These training security plans, and to limit access opportunities will be provided to to security-sensitive areas through maritime security personnel in background checks and the the United States as well as to issuance of a transportation secu- personnel employed in foreign rity identification card, restrict ports used by vessels with United firearms and other weapons, and States citizens as passengers and develop an evacuation plan. crew members. Background checks will be con• Requires the development ducted for employees working in of a maritime intelligence system security-sensitive areas. Mariners to collect and analyze informaalso will be required by to carry tion concerning vessels operating internationally acceptable identi- in waters under the jurisdiction of fication. the United States and the crew, • Establishes a grant program passengers and cargoes carried. A maritime intelligence agency will be expected to work together with other agencies and collect and analyze information not available from other intelligence sources. • Improves the reporting of crew members, passengers and imported cargo to better track suspicious activity. • Compels commercial vessels to be equipped with and operate an automatic identification system (AIS) when navigating on the waters of the United States as well as a long-range vessel tracking system for vessels on international voyages that include United States waters. • Provides for supply chain security and a secure system of trade by allowing for secure maritime borders and an efficient cargo transportation system. The Transportation Oversight Board will establish a trade program to develop standards to enhance the physical security of cargo containers. • Authorizes the Sea Marshal program and requires maritime safety and security teams to safeguard the public and protect vessels, harbors, ports and waterfront facilities. The Coast Guard is more specifically authorized to board ships entering U.S. ports in order to deter highjackings or other terrorist threats and enhances maritime security and safety with the development of security teams. •Directs the Secretary of Transportation to assess the antiterrorism measures maintained by foreign ports, which are served by vessels that also call on the U.S. or which are determined to be a security risk to international maritime commerce and may deny entry to vessels that call on ports that do not maintain effective antiterrorism measures. •Creates a Maritime Security Advisory Committee to report on and make recommendations on national maritime security matters. In addition to the foregoing, the new measure incorporates a Coast Guard authorization bill. The Coast Guard provisions in the bill reflect the provisions of S. 951, the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2001, which was reported out of the Commerce Committee last year, and H.R. 3983, the House maritime security bill. International Solidarity Works As OMU Campaign Continues movement can bear fruit. Captain Michael Cheramie, who works at Trico in the U.S. and who came to Norway as a witness in this case, said he looks forward to working with Thomas Fairley, CEO ofTrico's U.S. operations, with a just process that covers union organizing in Trico. "Now the workers in Trico have a fair chance to organize without being afraid for their jobs," Cheramie said. An OMU spokesman described the case as a victory for Trico workers. "This is the first time that a µnion has negotiated with Trico USA, and OMU looks forward to following this up," stated Wayne Savoie. OMU is a federation composed of the SIU; the Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association; the International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots; and the American Maritime Officers. International solidarity last month helped Offshore Mariners United (OMU), the federation of four U.S. maritime unions (including the SIU) that is working to help mariners in the Gulf of Mexico win union representation, take a big step forward in its campaign at Trico Marine. Facing pressure in the form of a boycott from the Norwegian Oil and Petrochemical Workers Union (NOPEF), Trico's Norwegian branch signed a consent decree Nov. 7 in the local court in Volda, Norway. According to the agreement, Trico has agreed to send a letter to every one of its U.S. mariners ensuring that the company accepts the right to organize and declares that there shall be no discrimination or harassment of prounion workers. NOPEF, meanwhile, agreed not to reinstate the boycott as long as Trico lives up to its end of the pact. "I hope that this will show to be a positive contribution to the Tri co workers' struggle to achieve unionization," said the president of NOPEF, Leif Sande. ''NOPEF will carefully follow up their obligations in practice. If Trico will not end their union-busting campaign, they risk that we restart our boycott." NOPEF International Secretary Jarle Vines pointed out that this case shows that international solidarity in the trade union �- - -- - ~~----~--~-------------__.. ________ CIVMAR Notice Changes In MSC Force Medical Program As r-eported earlier this year, the union has negotiated .an agreement with the U.S. Military Sealift Command {MSC) regarding the Outport Medical Process. This process allows CIVMARS to receive medical examinations while on leave at sites which may be closer to their home. Recently, MSC notified the union that it intends to implement changes to the Force Medical Program. These changes will establish new medical facilities in certain areas and redistribute certain medical force personnel away from the San Diego West Coast CSU. New facilities will be placed in Guam and Earle, New Jersey. As a result of this notice the union and MSC are negotiating about procedures and arrangements for CIVMARS who will be affected by these changes. MSC has assured the union that redistribution of medical personnel away form the West Coast will not negatively impact service. Members residing in Guam should note that the Force Medical Office in Guam is not intended to be a CSU {CIVMAR Support Unit). lt is simply an additionaf medical facility for use ·by mariners who choose to receive a physical examination at this site. Procedures for Guam are the same as for any prearranged medical evaluation at an approved facility set by the Marine Placement Specialist (MPS) or MSO on board ship. The ClVMAR requests participation in the "outport medical program" and must agree to be responsible for reporting for the prearranged medical appointment during their leave period. While undergoing a physical examination, mariners are considered to be in a duty status for pay purposes during the physical examination process. Physicals are completed on government time and at government expense. However; if you are found unfit for duty your pay status may change. Please note the following: If you are found not fit for duty (NFF0)1 you have several options: • You may request sick leave or other leave. • You may request to remain in a duty status, and you must report to the CSU at .your own expense. At the CSU, you will receive your advanced notification of enforced leave. At this time you may seek second opinions, receive treatment to resolve your medical issues and undergo reevaluation by the respective Force Medical Officer. Finding a physician and/or a medical facility will be your responsibility as are any costs for these services. • You may remain on leave or leave without pay (LWOP), whichever applies, while you seek second opinions; receive treatments or other evaluations close to your home. Finding a physician and a medical facility will be your responsibility. If you have been declared not-fit-for duty and you remain abroad your personal health care insurance may or may not coverJhese types of follow-up care or evaluations. If you live abroad, you will be responsible for financial costs associated with a second opinion process (such as hotel and food costs) until you can demonstrate you are fit for duty. Make sure you check with your insurance carrier first! It will also be important to keep in touch with your MPS at the APMC (your Detailer). To avoid any misun· derstandings of your leave and pay status, have your MPS fax or e-mail your orders and confirm your duty status. Leave and pay status are important! Make sure you fully understand how these new programs work and how you will be affected before you agree to par~ Ucipate. Notice: 'Geographic Shipping' Discussions: Unlicensed CIVMARS Not Included for Now! Representatives of the union have been advised by our unit members that MSC has made a proposal to its licensed deck and engineer officers. MSC proposes to assign the officers to any ship regardless of the employee's past connection to either the east or west coast fleet. MSC is in discussion with the licensed officer unions regarding this matter and the SIU will continue to monitor the outcome. The union has received questions concerning this proposed policy and how it might affect unli- BECK NOTICE censed mariners. This proposal does not apply to unlicensed CIVMARS. As previously reported, in June 2002 the union entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with MSC mapping out a step-bystep labor relations plan. The union had three goals when negotiating this plan: to complete negotiations for the CMPI, negotiate a new union contract to cover both the east and west coast units and to bring wage parity to CIVMARS on each coast. The union believes it is well on the way to achieving these goals. The agreement provides that only when these goals are achieved could MSC implement an "any ship/any ocean" policy for unlicensed CIVMARS. Currently, unlicensed mariners may be assigned to either coast based upon their own request or as a result of agency mission requirements. The union and MSC will continue working together to meet the MOU objectives for the long-term benefit of all MSC employees. Currently, we are working on CMPI 750: Discipline which includes adverse actions This instruction affects all manners and the union ts bargaining the impact of the agency's proposed changes with the best interest of all CIVMARS in mind. Future Seafarers LOG articles will include updates on our progress. ...----................ ..........-- ---------- __....--~~--------_....-- ....... Retired NMU Port Agent Humphrey Dies at 80 Gordon Humphrey, a former National Maritime Union mariner and official, passed away Oct. 6 in Kelso, Wash. He was 80. Answering his call to the sea at the onset of World War II, Humphrey trained as a pharmacist at Sheepshead Bay, N.Y. in November 1942. Upon completion of his training, he boarded American Foreign Steamship Co.'s Bulk Oil and made several voyages to the Far East, Europe and South America. After returning to shore and joining the NMU in 1943 in the port of New York, he was selected for the NMU patrolman's position in Port Arthur, Texas. In the years that followed, he held the same post twice in San Francisco and once in Hawaii. Humphrey was promoted to port agent in Boston and later held the same position in Corpus Christi, Texas and San Pedro. Calif. "Gordon was just a great all around person," recalled former NMU President Shannon Wall. "I sailed with him for years. In short, he was a fantastic shipmate and a real pleasure to be around. I was sailing as a bosun at the time and he was an AB. We worked very well together and got along great as friends. He will be greatly missed." Active in grass roots politics, Humphrey directed a very conscientious political group while working in San Pedro. Local congressmen often Gordon Humphrey Retired NMU Port Agent called upon him to share the union's stances on various issues. Besides the foregoing experiences with politicians, two events that occurred later boosted the mariner's political record. In 1980, President elect Ronald Reagan was scheduled to address the NMU convention in St. Louis. To Humphrey's surprise, Reagan requested that Humphrey escort him to the podium. Then, on May 11, 1982, California Congressman Glen Anderson read Humphrey's "American Merchant Marine Records" into the official records of the 97th Congress. About one month later, Humphrey retired from the NMU and settled in Kelso, Wash. 1:., His wife of 47 yea~s, feaU:G his daughter Christy and three granddaughters survive Humphrey: Gabrielle, Gayla and Heavenly. Notice to Employees Covered by Union Agreements Regulated Under the National Labor Relations Act The Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD/NMU assists employees by representing them in all aspects of their employment and work aboard vessels which sail deep sea, on the Great Lakes and inland waters throughout the country. For the most part, the union spends a majority of its financial resources on collective bargaining activities and employee representation services. In addition to these expenditures, the union also spends resources on a variety of other efforts such as organizing , publications, political activities, international affairs and community services. All of these services advance the interests of the union and its membership. This annual notice is required by law and is sent to advise employees represented by the Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD/NMU about their rights and obligations concerning payment of union dues. This notice contains information which will allow you to understand the advantages and benefits of being a union member in good standing. It also will provide you with detailed information as to how to become an agency fee payor. An agency fee payor is an employee who is not a member of the union but who meets his or her financial obligation by making agency fee payments. With this information, you will be able to make an informed decision about your status with the Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD/NMU. 1. Benefits of union membership - While non-members do receive material benefits from a union presence in their workplace, there are significant benefits to retaining full membership in the union. Among the many benefits and opportunities available to a member of the Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD/NMU is the right to attend union meetings, the right to vote for candidates for union office and the right to run for union office. Members also have the right to participate in the development of contract proposals and participate in contract ratification and strike votes. Members also may play a role in the development and formulation of union policies. 2. Cost of union membership - In addition to working dues, to belong to the union as a full book member the cost is $400.00 (four hundred dollars) per year or $100.00 (one hundred dollars) per quarter. Working dues amount to 5 percent of the gross amount an employee receives for vacation benefits and are paid when the member files a vacation application. 3. Agency fee payors - Employees who choose not to become union members may become agency fee payors. As a condition of employment, in states which permit such arrange- ments, individuals are obligated to make payments to the union in the form of an agency fee. The fee these employees pay is to support the core representational services that the union provides. These services are those related to the collective bargaining process, contract administration and grievance adjustments. Examples of these activities include but are not limited to, the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements, the enforcement and administration of collective bargaining agreements and meetings with employers and employees . Union services also include representation of employees during disciplinary meetings, grievance and arbitration proceedings, National Labor Relations Board hearings and court litigation. Employees who pay agency fees are not required to pay for expenses not germane to the collective bargaining process. Examples of these expenses would be expenses required as a result of community service, legislative activities and political affairs. 4. Amount of agency fee-As noted above, dues objectors may pay a fee which represents the costs of expenses related to those supporting costs germane to the collective bargaining process. After review of all expenses during the 2001 calendar year, the fee cost associated with this representation amounts to 66.37 percent of the dues amount. This means that the agency fee based upon the dues would be $265.48 (two hundred sixtyfive dollars and forty-eight cents) for the applicable year. An appropriate reduction also will be calculated for working dues. This amount applies to the 2003 calendar year. This means that any individual who wishes to elect to pay agency fees and submits a letter between December 1, 2002 and November 30, 2003 will have this calculation applied to their 2003 dues payments which may still be owed to the union. As noted below, however, to continue to receive the agency fee reduction effective January 2004, your objection must be received by December 1, 2003. A report which delineates chargeable and non-chargeable expenses is available to you free of charge. You may receive a copy of this report by writing to: Secretary-Treasurer, Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD/NMU, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. This report is based upon an audited financial report of the union's expenses during 2001. Please note that as the chargeable and non-chargeable expenses may change each year, the agency fee amount may also fluctuate each year. Individuals who are entitled to pay agency fees and wish to pay fees rather than dues, must elect this option each year by filing an objection in accordance with the procedure noted below. 5. Filing of objections - If you choose to object to paying dues, an objection must be filed annually. To receive the deduction beginning in January of each year, you must file by the beginning of December in the prior year. An employee may file an objection at any time during the year, however, the reduction will apply only prospectively and only until December 31 of that calendar year. Reductions in dues will not be applied retroactively. As noted above, each year the amount of the dues reduction may change based upon an auditor's report from a previous year. The objection must be sent in writing to: Agency Fee Payor Objection Administration, Secretary-Treasurer's Office, Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD/NMU, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. 6. Filing a challenge - Upon receiving the notice of calculation of the chargeable expenditures related to core representation activities, an objector shall have 45 days to submit a challenge with the Secretary-Treasurer's office if he or she believes that the calculation of chargeable activities is incorrect. Every person who wishes to object to the calculation of chargeable expenses has a legal right to file such an objection. 7. Appeal procedure- Upon receiving the challenge(s) at the end of the 45-day period, the union will consolidate all appeals and submit them to an independent arbitrator. The presentation to the arbitrator will be either in writing or at a hearing. The method of the arbitration will be determined by the arbitrator. If a hearing is held, any objector who does not wish to attend may submit his/her views in writing by the date of the hearing. If a hearing is not held, the arbitrator will set the dates by which all written submissions will be received. The costs of the arbitration shall be borne by the union. Individuals submitting challenges will be responsible for all the costs associated with presenting their appeal. The union will have the burden of justifying its calculations. The SIU works very hard to ensure that all of its members receive the best representation possible. On behalf of all the SIU officers and employees , I would like to thank you for your continuing support. Sincerely, David Heindel, Secretary-Treasurer ~ �Recertified Bosuns Say Union, School Help Nudge Many onto Better Path Over the years, the Seafarers International Union consistently has provided unlicensed mariners with the opportunities and skills necessary to achi~ve success and provide for their loved ones and family members. This assessment was echoed repeatedly on Nov. 4 by members of the Sill's newest class of recertified bosuns as they addressed fellow members and unlicensed apprentices during the monthly membership meeting in Piney Point, Md. Sharing their views on how the union has impacted their respective lives, the 12 graduates of the Paul Hall Center's bosun recertification class No. 60 painted vivid images of how the union perpetuated their attainment of rewarding careers-and how those careers have translated into numerous quality-of-life improvements and rewards for themselves and those closest to them. The four-week course-which blends classroom training, hands-on instruction and conferences with representatives of the union's various departments-is considered the "crown jewel" of the training available for deck department Seafarers. Those completing alJ course requirements and graduating were: Dirk Adams (from the port of Wilmington, Calif.), Gregory Agren (Tacoma, Wash.), Delroy Brown (San Francisco), Robert Cando (Norfolk, Va.), Stanley Daranda (New Orleans), Rodriquez Gonzales (Mobile, Ala.), Michael Hester (Tacoma, Wash.), Patrick Lavin (Brooklyn, N.Y.), Thomas Lynch (Jacksonville, Fla.), John Mendez (Philadelphia), Gavino Octaviano (San Franci co) and Grant Shipley (Jacksonville). The SIU has really enhanced my life," ai ando. "It has provided me with reliable employment, a steady and dependable income, health benefits, investment opportunities, retirement, vacation and this stateof-the art training facility (the Paul Hall Center) that keeps us all qualified." Cando has been an SIU member since 1990. "My advice to the trainees is to remember that you always get out of something what you put in," Cando said. "When you are in your Phase II program, be prompt, show enthusiasm and participate. Volunteer during emergency drills, always use your safety equipment and don't leave things up to chance. Always ask questions and be sensible when ashore." Octaviano joined the SIU in San Francisco in 1991. Now a five-time Piney Point upgrader, the 44-year-old Seafarer appreciates his choice of careers. "The SIU changed my life," he proudly proclaimed. "It has been good to me and my family by providing good health and medical benefits to us." Suggesting that the union could make their lives just as rewarding and successful as his has been, Octaviano told the apprentices, "Always keep a good positive attitude when you go out there (to sea) and become part of a crew. Work hard, be safe- The SIU's newest recertified bosuns posed with union officials, above, shortly after their Nov. 4 graduation at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Graduating from the course and pictured are Dirk Adams, Gregory Agren, Delray Brown, Robert Cando, Stanley Daranda, Rodriquez Gonzales, Michael Hester, Patrick Lavin, Thomas Lynch, John Mendez, Gavino Octaviano, and Grant Shipley. Joining them are SIU VP Contracts Augie Tellez, SIU Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel, VP Government Services Kermett Mangram, VP Atlantic Region Joseph Soresi, Plans Administrator Lou Delma, and Asst. VP Contract George Tricker. ty conscious and always do the very best you can because you are the future of our union." Adams joined the union in Piney Point and has been sailing for 20 years. "I have been in some countries that are rich and others which are poor," he continued. "While some people only dream about the experience of being a merchant mariner, I have lived it, thanks to the union. I would not have experienced any of this had it not been for the SIU. Being a trainee here (at the Paul Hall Center) built the foundation I needed in order see the world over while making a good living. The SIU is not just a job, it is a career." Directing his attention to the ·trainees, Adams offered, "The SIU will build that foundation you will need if you plan to go to the top .... This school is the best unlicensed merchant marine school in the nation." Hester joined the union in 1991 and has since seen the world while working in a host of capacities aboard a myriad of vessel types. According to him, the SIU made all his childhood dreams become reality. "I was that boy in your high school class who was always looking out the window, I was the dreamer," said the Portland, Ore. native. "Thanks to the way of life offered to me by the Seafarers, I was given an opportunity to indulge my appetite for wandering, my desire for things exotic, and my need to escape the routine," he said. Hester told the trainees - - - - - - - - . that the life of a merchant seaman is a gratifying and worthy one, that nowhere else in American industrial life today are there more opportunities to earn a good living and advance yourself than with the SIU. "Work hard out there," he advised. "Apply yourself to learning your trade, be a good shipmate and an honorable union member and you will be rewarded far more than you can possibly Thomas Lynch, right, discusses deck operations with two imagine today." A veteran of the sea, unlicensed apprentices as Gavina Octaviano, left, listens. Lynch joined the SIU in1962 in the port of New Orleans. He has been sailing since he was 17 and had several lessons to offer the unlicensed apprentices. Prepping them to the challenges they will encounter when they initially go to sea, Lynch offered, "Everyone on the vessel is there to help you. I will teach you everything I can, but you as students have to do one thing for yourselves: keep your ears open. Take a notebook with you and make a habit of writing things down that you don't understand. Also, don't be afraid to ask questions to the right people so you can get answers." Speaking · from his own experiences, Lynch assured the students, "if you take care of yourself, you will make good money and have a great career. You will have a lot of good things in your life because the SIU will give them to you: good medical, pension and great representatives," he said. Gonzales, who donned the SIU colors in 1989, told the apprentices, "You have taken the first and most important step in your lives (enrolling in the program here). Use this and other opportunities that come your way to your full advantage, and nothing but good things will come to you." A frequent upgrader at the Paul Hall Center, Gonzales reminded his fellow Seafarers that "everyone needs to constantly improve themselves. By upgrading, you not only enhance skills, you also make the union stronger." Daranda told those in attendance that upgrading at the Paul Hall Center has made a world of difference in his career as well as in the way he views the union. "I started out here as a trainee and was able to meet some of my goals," offered Daranda. "But going back to school has built me up and made me realize that I could make my career easier by upgrading my skills. So being back here and being able to talk to Mr. Red Campbell (retired SIU VP contracts) made me gain a stronger appreciation for what the older guys went through to make this a stronger union. We can honor them and what they went through by doing better in all areas of our careers. It's up to us to keep things moving in the right direction." Even though he was older than most when he began sailing, Agren has no regrets about joining the SIU. "I was 30 years old when I started sailing, but I have been doing pretty good since then," said the three-time upgrader who became a Seafarer in 1986. "I have not had any trouble getting a job." Agren told the trainees that by taking advantage of the opportunities available at the Paul Hall center, they were already ahead in the game. "You don't know how lucky you are to have a school such as this, it teaches you all kinds of stuff." Collectively, the remaining graduates-Shipley, Lavin, Brown and Mendez -reflected on the importance of upgrading at the school, the quality of training given by the center's staff, and the excellence of the facility's accommodations. Shipley joined the union in 1992 in Norfolk. He has upgraded four times and, like his classmates, was grateful for the opportunities the school offers. "I want to thank all SIU members, those who came before me, those here now and those who will come in the future for all they have brought and will continue to bring to the union." Lavin also had enhanced his skills on four occasions at the school. Having joined the SIU in 1974 in Piney Point, he felt especially close to the apprentices and spent a great deal of time with them when not in class. "It was great to be back here in this environment and have the opportunity to spend time with the trainees," he said. "It was a lot of fun getting with them, sharing stories and teaching them how to tie different kinds of knots. We look forward to seeing you all out there." Stanley Daranda hones his skills at the wheel as UA Leroy Jones looks on. Brown has been sailing for more than 20 years. "I've had a great experience while here at Piney Point," he said. "I believe that the school has some of the world's best instructors and staff members. I would recommend that every Seafarer come here, take advantage of the great academic department and upgrade their skills." he said. Three-time upgrader Mendez joined the SIU in 1988 in Piney Point. "I just want to thank the SIU for all the opportunities it has afforded me and for enabling me to be a much better provider for my family than I ever thought possible," he said. "I'd like to send out a special thanks to everyone here (at the school) and at headquarters for all the hard work that goes on behind the scenes on behalf of all of us." �SIU Active in Mariner Documentation Talks Seafarers Active on Campaign Trail Sen. Frank Lautenberg speaks at a union rally. Lautenberg, who replaced Sen. Robert Torricelli as the candidate for senator from New Jersey, won his election. Rain did not stop the rally participants in Pennsylvania (above) from listening to their candidate for governor, Ed Rendell. Participating in the event are (below, from left) AB Mike Mahoney, Crowley shoregang member John Gallagher, UIW Assistant VP Rob Wisler, OMU Ben Stanley and AB Chris Nandon. Taking part in the Lautenberg rally are (from left) Hudson County Central Labor Council President Pete Busacca, Joseph Soresi, Tom Soresi, Joe Mieluchowski, Jack Sheehan, Eddie Doruth, James Malone, John Natoli, Joe Marinello and John Alberti. Seafarers join New Orleans Port Agent Steve Judd (second from right) at a rally for Senator Mary Landrieu at the Avondale shipyard . Landrieu won the primary vote Nov. 5, and the race for the senator from Louisiana will be decided Dec. 7. Monthly Membership Meetings Keep Seafarers Informed man of the International Transport Workers' Seafarers ' Section, represented the SIU last month and in October at meetings in Washington, D.C. and Geneva. He said the ILO plans to announce the results of the questionnaire early next year, then place the most popular proposals on the agenda for the organization's June 2003 conference. The next steps would be ratification by individual of member nations whichever proposals are approved at the conference, followed by implementation of the new rules. "The goal is to create new and improved mariner documents while protecting the rights and security of the mariners and the security of their ships and environment," working Heindel noted. "Mariner documents should be consistent worldwide and provide for a means by which authorities can verify that the individual mariner is who he claims to be." Founded in 1919, the ILO is a United Nations agency that promotes social justice and internationally recognized human and labor rights. In an ongoing effort to protect mariners' rights and security, the SIU continues to participate in domestic and international meetings concerning mariner documentation under the auspices of the International Labor Organization (ILO). The union is helping formulate the U.S. response--due by the end of this month- to an ILO initiative stemming from the attacks of September 11, 2001 and designed to provide a substantially improved international mandate for seafarers identification standards. The ILO earlier this year sent a lengthy questionnaire to member nations concerning the security aspects of mariner identity documents. For instance, the poll includes questions about document format, mariners' rights, background checks, listing ratings, listing sea time, and identifying entities which will be authorized to issue the documents. It also includes a section on · "external means of verifying the authenticity of the identity document or of the information given." SIU Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel, vice chair- One way to keep track of all the news which affects the lives and livelihoods of Seafarers is by attending monthly membership meetings. Held in each SIU hall around the country, the monthly membership meeting is a forum to keep members abreast of any and all issues of importance to them. Below is the schedule of meetings for 2003. Each issue of the Seafarers LOG also .lists the dates for the next two meetings scheduled in each port. Membership Meetings in 2003 Traditional Date January February March April May June July August Piney P(lint Monday atterJi~~tSunday 6 3 3 7 5 2 7 4 8 ,. 5 3 8 New York Tuesday after first Sunday 7 4 4 8 6 3 8 5 9 7 4 9 7 4 10 8 5 10 Port September October November December Baltimore Thursday after first Sunday 9 6 6 10 8 5 10 7 11 9 6 11 .Nctttolk Thursday after first Sunday 9 6 6 10 8 5 10 1 11 9 6 11 Jacksonville Thursday after first Sunday 9 6 6 10 8 5 10 7 11 9 6 11 San Ju!!' Thursday after first Sunday 9 6 6 8 5 10 7 11 9 6 11 Algonac Friday after first Sunday 10 7 7 11 9 6 11 8 12 . 10 7 12 Boston Friday after first Sunday 10 7 7 11 9 6 11 8 12 10 7 12 Houston Monday after second Sunday 13 10 10 14 12 9 14 11 15 13 10 15 New Orleans Tuesday after second Sunday 14 11 11 15 13 10 15 12 16 14 12* 16. Mobile Wednesday after second Sunday 15 12 12 16 14 11 16 13 17 15 12 17 Duluth Wednesday after second Sunday 15 12 12 16 14 11 16 13 17 15 12 17 Thursday after second Sunday 16 13 13 17 15 12 17 14 18 16 13 18 Port Everglades Thursday after second Sunday 16 13 13 17 . 15 12 17 14 18 16 13 18 St. Louis Friday after second Sunday 17 14 14 18 16 13 18 15 19 17 14 19 Honolulu Friday after second Sunday 17 14 14 18 16 13 18 15 19 17 14 19 Wilmington Monday after third Sunday 21 * 18* 17 21 19 16 21 19* 22 20 17 22 New Bedford Tuesday after third Sunday 21 18 18 22 20 17 22 19 23 21 18 23 Wednesday after third Sunday 22 19 19 23 21 18 23 20 24 22 19 24 Friday after third Sunday 24 21 21 25 23 20 25 22 26 24 21 26 San Francisco Jersey City Tacoma *New Orleans change created by Veterans' Day holiday; Wilmington changes created by Martin Luther King's birthday, Presidents' Day and Paul Hall 's birthday holidays. B �UJJd the Port of W.ilmin ABOARD THE LIBERATOR ••• AB And~es Mano ABOARD THE SOUND RELIANCE ••• AB William Foley Standby AB Mauro Gutierrez gets to work painting the hull. Chief Cook Ernest Polk begins preparations for lunch aboard the U.S. Ship Management Co. vessel while in the port of Los Angeles for a payoff. QEE Elwyn Ford (left) and standby QEE George Cruzen talk shop. The Sound Reliance and its accompanying double-hulled barge 550-2 is one of the new articulated tug-barge (ATS) tank vessel units crewed by SIU members. like the Sea Reliance/Barge 550-1, the Sound Reliance/Barge 550-2 transports clean oil products. Built at Halter Marina's Moss Point (Miss.) yard, the Sound Reliance meets all Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) and American Bureau of Shipping criteria. The ATS is seen above at pier 48 in long Beach. Recertified Steward Guillermo Thomas attends the shipboard meeting prior to payoff. Above: AB John Lavergne (left) and Chief Engineer Charles Young pose in the engine room of the new tug. At left: This photo shows the wheelhouse and chart tables as well as the GMOSS system. AU the standby ABs join forces to paint the hull. Dennis Pickering is an AB aboard the Liberator. Relief Bosun Bob Pagan controls the crane to bring stores and other gear aboard ship. Relief Steward Hans Schmuck gathers the ingredients needed for a super salad bar. Tied up along the same pier as the Sound Reliance are the Crowley tugs Guardian, Master and Tioga. �SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT FOR WELFARE FUND OF THE NMU PENSION AND WELFARE PLAN 2003 This is a summary of the annual report of the Welfare Fund of the NMU Pension and Welfare Plan EIN 13-6700827, Plan No. 501, for the period January l, 2001 through December 31, 2001. The annual report has been filed with the Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). Insurance Information The plan has contracts with Connecticut General Life Insurance Company to pay medical claims incurred under the terms of the plan. The total premiums paid for the plan year ending December 31, 2001 were $560,137. Because they are so called "experience-rated" contracts, the premium costs are affected by, among other things, the number and size of claims. Of the total insurance premiums paid for the plan year ending December 31, 2001, the premiums paid under such "experience-rated" contracts were $549,360, and the total of all benefit claims paid under these experience-rated contracts during the plan year was $313,208. Basic Financial Statement START THE APPLICATION PROCESS TODAY! our-year colleges and universities have raised their tuitions and fees by an average of 9.6 percent for the current school year, notes the College Board in a recent survey of colleges. This is the largest price hike in the past 10 years, caused mainly by state budget cuts, dwindling endowments and a slowing economy. The tuition increases, in addition to a rise in the costs for room and board, have resulted in the average annual cost of atten.ding a four-year public university for students who live on campus to be $9,663-or $672 more than last year. Those attending two-year public schools are seeing an average annual increase of 7.9 percent. Many students secure some sort of financial aid, but much of that money is in the form of loans-which eventually must be repaid-and only puts a student deeper in debt. Seafarers and their spouses and children who plan to attend college next year have a benefit unique to them. For in addition to any other grants or stipends they may be awarded, they also are eligible to apply for one of eight scholarships from the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan. Three of the scholarships are reserved for SIU members. One is in the amount of $20,000 for study at a four-year college or university. The other two are for $6,000 each and are intended as two-year awards for study at a post-secondary community college or vocational school. The other five scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $20,000 each to the spouses and dependent children of Seafarers. The first step in the application process is sending away for the Seafarers Scholarship Program booklet. To receive a F copy of this guide, fill -out the coupon at the bottom of his page and return it to the address listed on the form. Once the scholarship booklet has been received, applicants should then check the eligibility information and, if they are eligible, should start collecting some of the other paperwork which must be submitted along with the full application by the April 15, 2003 deadline. These items include transcripts and certificates of graduation. Since schools are often quite slow in handling transcript requests, the sooner the requests are made, the better. Another part of the application package includes letters of recommendation solicited from individuals who know the applicant's character, personality and career goals. A photograph of the applicant as well as a certified copy of his or her birth certificate also need to be included. The selection committee looks at the high school grades of all applicants and also checks the scores of either their Scholastic Aptitude Tests (SAT) or American College Tests (ACT). Therefore, arrangements should be made to take these exams no later than February 2003 to ensure the results reach the committee in time to be evaluated. Those Seafarers and dependents who previously have applied for a Seafarers scholarship and were not selected are encouraged to apply again this year, provided they still meet all the eligibility requirements. Don't let the steadily increasing costs of a college education stop you from reaching your goals. The Seafarers Scholarship Program can make a difference! r----------------------------------------------------------------------------, lease send me the 2003 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which contains eligibility information, procedures for applying and a copy of the application form. P Mariner's Social Security Number ______________________ Street Address City, State, Zip Code - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Telephone Number _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ __ This application is for: D Self D Dependent Mail this completed form to Scholarship Program, Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan, 12/02 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------~ The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $21,69~,222 as of December 31, 2001, compared to $24,391,989 as of January 1, 2001 . During the plan year, the plan experienced a decrease in its net assets of $2,697,767. This decrease includes unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. During the plan year, the plan bad a total income of$8,285,742 including employer contributions of $6,458,792, realized gains of $185,235 from the sale of assets, and earnings from investments of $1,638,924. Plan expenses were $10,983,509. These expenses included $1,562,719 in administrative expenses and $9,420,790 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. Your Rights ta Additional Information You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. an accountant 's report; 2. financial information and information on payments to service providers; 3. assets held for investment; 4. transactions in excess of 5 percent of the plan assets; and 5. insurance information, including sales commissions paid by insurance carriers. To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write the office of Mr. William Dennis, who is Administrator, Board of Trustees of the Welfare Fund of the NMU Pension and Welfare Plan, 360 West 31" Street, New York, NY 10001; telephone (212) 337-4900. The charge to cover copying costs will be $3.90 for the full annual report or I 0 cents per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan (Board of Trustees of the Welfare Fund of the NMU Pension and Welfare Plan, 360 West 31" Street, New York, NY l 0001) and at the U.S. Department of labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, Room 5638, Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20210. SUMMARY AllNUAL REl'ORT FOR NMU l'EllSIOll PUii AllD IUlllUITY PLAN 401 K l'LAN This is a summary of the annual report for the NMU Pension Plan and Annuity Plan 401 K Plan EIN 13-6592643, Plan No. 002, for the period January 1, 2001 through December 31, 2001. The annual report has been filed with the Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act ofl974 (ERISA). Basic Fiaandal Statement Benefits un:der the plan are provided through insurance and through a trust fund. Plan expenses-were $258,610. These expenses included $258,610 in benefits paid to participants and b~neficiaries. A total of 329 persons were participants io or benefi~ ciaries of the plan at the end of the plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $2,5 71,889 as ofDCC"ember 31, 2001, compared to $2,345,497 as of January l, 2001. During the plan year, the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $226,392. This increase includes unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. The plan had a total incoijle of $485,002 including employee contributions of$639;.239cand earnings from investments of $(162,133). , .., Rights to Alldlllonal lllfllrmaflon You have the right to .receive a copy of the full annual report. or any part there· of, on request The items listed below are mclnded in that report: l, an account.ant's report; 2. financial information; l. assets held for investment; • 4. :insurance information, including sales conunissions paid by insurance,. carriers; and 5. information regatding any colll!Uon. or collective trusts~ pooled separate accounts, master trusts or l 03~ 12 investment entities in which the plan participates. · To obt.ai.I) a oopy of the .full annual report~ or any part thereof,. wri~ or call the office of Mt. William Dennis. who is PranAdministrator. Board of Tru~ees of the NMU Pensiun)tnd Welfare Plans, 360 West 31" Street, New York, NYJOOOl; tele· phone {212) 337-4900. The charge to cover copying costs will be $1.90 for the full annual report or 10 cents per page for any part thereof. You also bave the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charg~ a statement of the asset!) and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes. or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying 9.0~}lf, both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the; plan administrator, two statements and acc()Dlp8Uying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to e<>ver copying-oo$1S given above does not include a charge for the c()pying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You alsobave the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of1heylan and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., ot fo these obtain a mpy itom the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of eopying costs. Requests to 1he Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, Room Nl513, Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration. U.S. DepartmentofLabor, 200 Con.stitutionAvenue, N.W. 1 Washington, DC 20210. �SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT FOR SEAFARERS VACAnON FUND SUMMARY AllNllAL REPORT FOB SEAFARERS PEllSIOJI .TRUST This is a summary of the annual report for the Seafarers Pension Trust EIN 13-6100329. Plan No. 001, for the period January 1, 2QO1 through December 31, 2001. The annual report has been filed with tbe Pension arid Welfare Benefits Administration. as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Mt 1974 (.6~SA). of '' Ba$11; .Finaltl:lal Statement are ~eneftts under the _pl~n provided through a trust fund. expenses were $36,110,795. These expenses included $6,308, 760 in administrative expenses and $29,802,035 in benefits paid to ;p~cie~ts .and beneficiaries, A total of 14,542 ~~ns were -pattici~~ in or beneficiaries of the plan at the ,. ~pd pf 1J1~ 2~ Y~ru:, i\lth~~~ not all of these persons had yet ''eatn~d the.right to ~ce.ive benefits. .The value of plan assets; after subtracting liabilities of the plan. was $5~5.'246,250 as ofDecember31, 2001, compared to $5?5~9,9.3J)98 as of January 1, 2001. During the plan year, the plan ~Pfrienced an increase in i~s~et assets of $19,252,252. , This..· includes unrealized. iation and depreciation ,Pfan ..·. · in th~" . o'( plan assets; that · difference between tile yalu~ ot':~~ptan•s assets at the enq ?.f tbe year and the~J~epf -at the beginning of the yeaf'-0r the cost assets ac~uired e Y,~· The plan had a total income of $55,363,M7 · includi o •.~ contributions of $11,452,666, realized gains ·91 :ft.Qro the sale of assets, earnings from investments of $31,t40~79. unrealized appreciation of asset$ of $5,868,237 and other in.come 0~$14,283. Mill1mlunFIJndlng . . . . . An actuary's statiment.sllow; thaferl'O~gh.inoney was oonttibuted . to the plan to keeti it funded in accordance with the roi:n,itnum funding s~4ards of BRISA. SUMIWARY ANNUAL REPORT FOR SEAFARERS MONEY PURCHASE PENSION PLAN This is a summary of the annual report for the Seafarers Money Purchase Pension Plan EIN 52-1994914, Plan No. 00 I, for the period January 1, 200 I through December 31 , 2001. The annual report ha been filed with the Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, as required under the Employee Retirement Income ec uri ty ct of 1974 (ERI A). Basic Rnant:lal Statement Benefits under the plan are provided through a trust fund . Plan expenses were $427,293 . These expenses included 174,498 in administrative expenses and 252, 795 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. A total of 8,411 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end of the plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $13,723,415 as of December 31, 2001, compared to $9,981,416 as of January 1, 2001. During the plan year, the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $3, 741,999. This increase includes unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost assets acquired during the year. The plan had a total income of $4,169,292 including employer contributions of $3,755,926, employee contributions of $67,996, earnings from investments of $391,608 and unrealized (depreciation) of assets of $(46,238). Your Rights to Additional lnlannation You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1) An accountant's report; 2) Assets held for investment; 3) Transactions in excess of 5 percent of the plan assets; and 4) Financial information and information on payments to service providers. To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the Board of Trustees of the Seafarers Money Purchase Pension Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746; telephone (301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $1,80 for the full annual report or 15 cents per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C, or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, Room N5638, Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20210. Your Rights to Additional lnfolmallon You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1) An accountant's report; 2) Assets held for investment; 3) Transactions in excess of 5 percent of the plan assets; 4) Actuarial information regarding tbe funding of the :pJan; and S) Financial information and infonnation on payment'S t<> service providers. To obtain a copy of the full annual repo~ or any part thereof, write or call the Board of Trustees of the Seafarers Pension Trust, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746; telephone (301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying ~ostf will . Pt $9.30 for the full annual report or I 5 cents~pef·page l9! any pal} thereof. You also have the right to receive from the tor, on request and at no charge, a statement o liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes. or,as: . income and expenses .o f the plan and accompanying )lot _ both. If you 'request ~ copy of the full annual report Mm 'the plan administrator, these two. statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of thatieport. You also have the legally protected right 10 examine the <anu'\ialteport at the main office of the plan (5201 Auth Way, ·9a~~,S~r:Pl_gs, MD 20746) and at the U.S. Department of Labor ' in Washitigfon D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. De~ent ~f Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the . ~pattment should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Rooµi, Room N56381 Pension and Welfare Benefit~ Administration, U.S •. Oepartmen1 of Labor. 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington DC 20210. SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORTS This is a summary of the annual report of the Seafarers Vacation Fund, EIN 135602047, Plan No. 503, for the period January 1, 2001 through December 31, 2001. The annual report has been filed with the Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). The Board of Trustees has committed itself to pay all claims incurred under the terms of the plan. Basic Financial Statement The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $15,419,286 as of December 31, 2001, compared to $15,967,279 as of January 1, 2001. During the plan year, the plan experienced a decrease in its net assets of $547,993. This decrease includes unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. During the plan year, the plan had a total income of $45,728,400 including employer contributions of $43,642,403, realized gain of $682,570 from the sale of assets, earnings from investments of$1,502,961, and unrealized depreciation of assets of $(99,534). Plan expenses were $46,276,393. These expenses included $5,577,843 in administrative expenses and $40,698,550 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. You Rights to Additional lntonnatlon You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1) An accountant's report; 2) Assets held for investment; 3) Transaction in excess of 5 percent of plan assets; and 4) Financial information and information on payments to service providers. To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the Board of Trustees of the Seafarers Vacation Fund, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746; telephone (301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $3.40 for the full annual report or 15 cents per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of the report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan (5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746) and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, N5638, Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington DC 20210. SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT FOR #MU VACAnON PLAN This is a summary of the annual report of the NMU Vacation Plan EIN 13-6700828, Plan No. 501 , for the period January l, 2001 through December 31 , 200 J . The annual report has been filed with the Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) Basic Finant:ial Statement The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $1,463,692 as of December 3, 2001, compared to $2,003,004 as of January 1, 200 J. During the plan year, the plan experienced a decrease in its net assets of $539,312. This decrease includes unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. During the plan year, the plan had a total income of $7,301,364 including employer contributions of $7,162,051 and earnings from investments of $139,100. Plan expenses were $7,840,676. These expenses included $725,764 in administrative expenses and $7,114,912 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. Your Rights to Additional lnfannation You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: l) an accountant's report; 2) financial information and information on payments to service providers; 3) assets held for investment; and 4) transactions in excess of 5 percent of the plan assets. To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Mr. Wiiliam Dennis, who is Administrator, Board of Trustees of the NMU Vacation Plan, 360 West 31" Street, New York, NY 10001; telephone (212) 337-4900. The charge to cover copying costs will be $2.30 for the full annual report or 10 cents per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan (Board of Trustees of the NMU Vacation Plan, 360 West 31 " Street, New York, NY 10001) and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, Room N5638, Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20210. SllMflARY AllNllAL REPORT Fllll lllfll l'EllSIOll 1'llllST OF THE NMU PENSION AND WELFARE l'l.AN This is a summary of the annual report for the NMU Pension Trust of tbe NMU Pension and Welfare Plan ElN 13~6592643, Plan No. 001, for the period January 1, 200 l through December 3 J, 2001. The annual report has been filed with the Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). .Bas/I: Flnant:lal Statement Benefits under the plan are provided through a trust fund. Plan expenses were $36, 134,184. These expenses included $2,641,357 in administrative expenses and $33,492,827 in benefits paid to par~ ticipants and beneficiaries. A total of 10,517 persons were partic]pants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end of the plan yeat although not alt of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits The value of plan assets. after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $~57,980,940 as of December 31, 2001, compared to $388,800,076 as of January 1, 2001. During the plan year, the pJan experienced a decrease in its net assets of $30,819,l36. This decrease includes unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or tbe cost of assets acquired during the year. The plan had a total income of $5,315,048 including Trustees of the NMU Pensfon and Welfare Plan. 360 West 3ltt Street, New York, NY 10001; telephone (212) 337-4900. The charge to cover copying costs will be $8.20 for the full annual report or Minimum Fllndlng Slandanls 10 cents per page for any part thereof. An actuary's statement shows that enough You also have the right to receive from the money was contributed to the plan to keep it fund- plan administrat<>r, on request and at no charge, a ed in accordance with the minimum funding stan- statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan dards of ERISA. and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, YfMll' Rights to Addillonal lnlflnnatlon or both. 1f you request a copy of the full annual You have the right to receive a copy of the full report from the plan administrator, these two stateannual report, or any part thereof: on request The ments and accompanying notes will be included as items listed below are included in that report: part of that report The charge to cover copying l. an accountant's report; costs given above does not include a charge for the 2. financial :infonnation and :infonnation on copying of these portions of the report because payments to service providers; these portions are fumished without charge. 3. assets held for investment; You also have the legally protected right to 4. transactions in excess of 5 percent of the examine the annual report at the main office of the plan assets; 5. insurance information, including sales plan (Board of Trustees of the NMU Pension and Welfare Plan, 360 West 31" Street, New York, NY commissions paid by insurance camers; 6. infonnation regarding any common or col- 10001) and at the U.S. Department of Labor in lective trusts, pooled separate accounts, master Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the trusts or 103-12 investment entities in which the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment ofcopyplan participates; and ing costs. Requests to the Department should be 7. actuarial information regarding the funding addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, Room of the plan. N 1513, Pension and Welfare Benefits AdminTo obtain a copy of the full annual report. or istration, U.S. Department of Labor, 20() any part thereof; write or call the office of Mr. Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC William Dennis,. who is Administrator, Board of 20210. employer contnbutions of $974,462, realized losses of $1,161,426 from the sale of assets, and earn~ ings from investments of$11,ll2,957. �- - - - - -- --- Officials, Members Discuss SIU Jobs, MSP, Homeland Security and More - - - - --- - - - - - - -- When SIU President Michael Sacco and Executive Vice President John Fay met last month with Seafarers at the union hall in Tacoma, Wash. and aboard ships in the area, there was no shortage of important, timely matters to be discussed. During the monthly membership meeting Oct. 25 at the hall and throughout that same week on · Seafarers-contracted vessels, Sacco led discussions about vital topics includmg: tions; •H •New shipboard job opportunities for the SIU; •The union's push to extend and expand the U.S. Maritime Security Program (MSP); at the • The continued readiness of the SIU fleet for anticipated military activa- On the weather deck of the Cape Intrepid, Seafarers and officials discuss the role of the Cape ships in the event of an RRF activation. Pictured from left to right are Port Agent Bryan Powell, SIU President Mike Sacco, Recertified Bosun Dana Cella, SIU Exec. VP John Fay and GUDE Billy Borne. SIU President Mike Sacco, Chief Steward Joia de Leon, Port Agent Bryan Powell SIU President Mike Sacco, Steward/Baker Darlene Cherry Below: SIU President Mike Sacco (left) meets with crew members from the CSX Tacoma as well as members of the shoregang and maintenance crews at the Maersk/CSX terminal in Tacoma , Wash. Seafarers 1 Recertified Bosun Dana Cella, SIU President Mike Sacco, Shoregang Chief Bosun Vern Poulsen �I meland security U.S. Coast Guard; e importance of the union's volunitical action fund) union's constant 1 activity; nefits of upgrading aul Hall Center for e Training and on; and e lockout of West Coast longshoremen and how it relates to the SIU and labor as a whole. Chief Steward Terry White attended the membership meeting and said he welcomed the presence of Sacco and Fay. "We were really impressed," White stated. "People were happy to see the top officials at the hall. Everyone was encouraged by what they had to say, and there's definitely reason to be optimistic about the future." Sacco addressed the membership and answered questions for an hour- a fact not lost on QMED Joe Laguana. "It was a good meeting for getting questions answered," Laguana noted. "Mike talked about the military contacts and the fact that we have to be ready to go .... I always come to the meetings and they're always good, but this one was educational and outstanding." QMED Michael Birke described the meeting as "informational" and said he wasn't surprised to see Sacco at the hall. "I've met Mike many times before and seen him at different SIU halls." The membership meeting drew a standing-room crowd. QMED Alan Ward, GUDE Joe Flesner and Electrician Stanley Castro listen while SIU President Mike Sacco speaks aboard the Cape Island in Tacoma , Wash. aO ., At the SIU hall in Tacoma , Wash ., SIU President Mike Sacco (right) reviews some of the programs offered at the Paul Hall Center with AB Tzvetan Ovalov. SIU Asst. VP Don Anderson reads the secretary-treasurer's report during the membership meeting. Right: Tacoma SIU Port Agent Bryan Powell reads his report during the meeting . Pictured at his left is SIU Exec. VP John Fay. At his right is SIU Representative Trebion Dixon . Right: SIU President Mike Sacco discusses the push for a new ritime Security Program during the membership meeting in Tacoma . Pictured at Sacco's left is SIU VP West Coast Nick Marrone. Recertified Steward Brenda Kamiya, SIU President Mike Sacco �Final Departures DEEP SEA JOSEPH ADAIR Brother Joseph Adair, 71, died Aug. 10. He joined the Seafarers in 1951 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Adair sailed in the deep sea as well as inland divisions. His initial voyage was aboard the Alcoa Roamer. The Florida-born mariner shipped in the deck department and last worked on the Samuel L. Cobb. Brother Adair lived in Pierce, Fla. ANASTASIOS AVZANGELIS Pensioner Anastasios Avzangelis, 88, passed away July 12. Brother Avzangelis started his SIU career in 1951 in the port of New York. His initial SIU voyage was aboard the William H. Aspinwal, a Sprogue Steamship Co. vessel. Born in Greece, he shipped in the engine department. Brother Avzangelis last went to sea aboard Sea Transport, Inc. 's Columbia. He lived in Greece and began receiving his pension in 1980. NATHANIEL AYLER _.,.. Pensioner Nathaniel Ayler, 78, died Oct. 3. He began his career with the Seafarers in 1942 in the port of Philadelphia. Brother Ayler first went to sea on the Cedar Rapid, an Isbradtsen Co. vessel. Born in Alabama, he shipped in the steward department. Brother Ayler was a resident of Mobile, Ala. He began collecting compensation for his retirement in 1981. RALPH BAKER ..-----==------, Pensioner Ralph Baker, 75, passed away recently. Brother Baker launched his career with the Seafarers in 1962 in the port of Houston. A U.S. Navy veteran, his first SIU ship was the Ft. Hoskins, an Interocean Management Corp. vessel. The Lancaster, Ohio native worked in the deck department and last went to sea aboard Puerto Rico Marine Management's Kaimoku. Brother Baker made his home in New Orleans and started receiving retirement stipends in 1992. ALLEN BATCHELOR Pensioner Allen Batchelor, 90, died Aug. 20. He commenced his SIU profession in 1952 in the port of New York. The Newton, Ga. '--------'----'native worked in the engine department and last went to sea on the Patriot, an Ocean Carriers Inc. vessel. Brother Batchelor began receiving his pension in 1985. He called North Miami Beach, Fla. home. LAVETA BLACKWELL Pensioner Laveta Blackwell, 57, passed away recently. Sister Blackwell started her career with the Marine Cooks & Stewards (MC&S) in 1967 in San Francisco. Born in Texas, she sailed in the steward department. Sister Blackwell was a resident of El Paso, Texas and began collecting compensation for her retirement in 1978. WILLIAM BURKE Pensioner William Burke, 70, passed away July 5. Brother Burke joined the SIU in 1970 in Detroit. Born in Canada, he worked in the Great Lakes and deep sea divisions. The deck department member last worked on the Sea-Land Enterprise. Brother Burke began collecting compensation for his retirement in 1999 and lived in the Philippines. JOSE DaCOSTA Pensioner Jose Dacosta, 86, died July 11. Brother Dacosta embarked on his vocation ...~ with the Seafarers in 1952 '----""""--'""""'""--"""'"'~ in the port of Baltimore. The Brazilian-born mariner shipped in the deck department and last went to sea aboard Puerto Rico Marine Management's Northern Lights. Brother Dacosta started receiving retirement stipends in 1981. He called Baltimore home. TIMOTHY DALLY Brother Timothy Dally, 44, passed away Aug. 22. He started his career with the Seafarers in 1990 in the port of Jacksonville, .____.........___.____.....___... Fla. His first ship was the CPL Louis J Hauge Jr. Born in Yokosuka, Japan, Brother Dally worked in the deck department. He last sailed on the Sea-Land Atlantic. Brother Dally was a resident of Atlantic Beach, Fla. GEORGE DANG Pensioner George Dang, 75, died Sept. 16. Brother Dang began his career with the MC&S.Bornin China, he shipped in the -'---''-------'.....,,,., steward department. Brother Dang called San Francisco home. He began collecting his pension in 1973. VITO D' ANGELO Pensioner Vito D'Angelo, 80, passed away Aug. 12. Brother D' Angelo commenced his career with the SIU in 1959 in ----------!l.:l~ the port of New York. The Massachusetts native shipped in the deck department and sailed on many vessels during bis career including the Steel Admiral and the Robin Good Fellow. Brother D' Angelo resided in Miami Lakes, Fla. and started receiving compensation for his retirement in 1967. EUGENIO DE SOUSA Brother Eugenio De Sousa, 31 , died Sept. 20. He joined the Seafarers in 1989 in the port of Piney Point, Md. The Massachusetts-born mariner initially went to sea aboard the Sea- Land Performance. Brother De Sousa shipped in the deck department and last sailed on the PFC Dewayne T. Williams, operated by American Overseas Marine. He lived in New Bedford, Mass. GEORGE DOEST Pensioner George Doest, 81, passed away Aug. 2. Brother Doest joined the Seafarers in 1959 in the port ofNewYork. _ _____, Born in South America, he initially sailed aboard an Isco Inc. vessel. The engine department member last worked aboard the Sea-Land Pittsburgh. Brother Doest started receiving his pension in 1985 and made his home in The Woodlands, Texas. WILLIAM DREW Pensioner William Drew, 77, died Aug. 14. Brother Drew joined the Seafarers in 1951 in the port of New York. A U.S. Navy veteran, the Maine-born mariner first sailed on the Del Rio, a Delta Steamship Lines vessel. Brother Drew shipped in the engine department. He began collecting compensation for his retirement in 1981 and made his home in Morehead ity, .C. BEVERLY DUNN Pensioner Beverly Dunn, 69, died Aug. 2 . Brother Dunn started his SIU career in 1955 in the port of New York.A U.S. Army veteran, Brother Dunn shipped in the deck department as a bosun. He last worked on Westchester Marine's Golden Endeavor. He called Mobile, Ala. home and began receiving his pension in 1997. WALTER DUNN Pensioner Walter Dunn, 88, passed away Aug. 29. A U.S. Navy veteran, Brother Dunn started his SIU career in 1949 in the port of _ _ __, Mobile, Ala. His first SIU voyage was on the Alcoa Partner. The steward department member last worked on Waterman Steamship Corp's Jefferson Davis. Brother Dunn began receiving compensation for his retirement in 1979 and made his home in Alabama. REYES FLORES Pensioner Reyes Flores, 55, died July 9. Brother Flores started his career with the Seafarers in 1969 in the port of New York. Born in Puerto Rico, he shipped in the deck department and last worked on the Humacao, a Puerto Rico Marine Management vessel. He began receiving his pension in 1996 and lived in his native commonwealth. KENNETH GffiVAN Pensioner Kenneth Girvan, 81, passed away Sept. 28. He embarked on his career with the Seafarers in 1953 in Portland, Ore. Brother Girvan initially went to sea aboard the President Wilson. Born in Alaska, he shipped in the steward department and last worked on the Ewa. Brother Girvan resided in Newburg, Ore. He began receiving his retirement compensation in 1987. DAVID HARTMAN Pensioner David Hartman, 76, died Aug. 30. Brother Hartman started his career with the Seafarers in 1966 in the port of Norfolk, Va. A U.S. Navy veteran, Brother Hartman worked in both the deep sea and inland divisions. Born in Niagara Falls, N.Y., Brother Hartman sailed in the deck department. He last went to sea on the Cape Race. Brother Hartman began receiving his pension in 1995 and lived in Norfolk, Va. EDWARD HASSAN Pensioner Edward Hassan, 84, passed away Sept. 15. Brother Hassan began his career with the MC&S . Born in Surabaya, Indonesia, he shipped in the steward department and started collecting his pension in 1977. Brother Hassan made his home in Albany, Ore. ALBERT HENDRICKS Pensioner Albert Hendricks, 61 , died Sept. 17. He joined the Seafarers in 1962 in the port of New York. Brother Hendricks initially went to sea aboard Bull Steamship Co. 's Elizabeth. The Mobile, Ala. native shipped in the steward department and last sailed on the PFC Eugene A. Obregon. Brother Hendricks began receiving his pension in 2000 and lived in Alabama. SYLVESTER HOOVER Pensioner Sylvester Hoover, 75, passed away Aug. 22. The U.S. Navy veteran joined the Seafarers in 1968 in San Francisco. Brother Hoover's first ship was the President Adams. Born in Pennsylvania, he sailed as a member of the steward department. He last went to sea on the Manoa and started receiving his pension in 1985. Brother Hoover was a resident of Seabring, Fla. WILLIAM LE COU Pensioner William Le Cou, 75, died Aug. 20. Born in California, he was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Brother Le Cou joined the SIU in 1960 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. His initial voyage was aboard the Alamar. The engine department member started receiving his pension in 1992. He was a resident of Lytle Creek, Calif. WILLIE LINDSEY Pensioner Willie Lindsey, 52, died Sept. 26. Brother Lindsey launched his SIU career in 1969 in the port of New Orleans. The Mississippi-born mariner first sailed aboard Waterman Steamship Corp. 's Hastings. Brother Lindsey worked in the engine department, last sailing on the Sgt. William R. Button. More recently, he worked as a crane maintenance electrician in New Orleans. Brother Lindsey began receiving his pension in 1999 and was a resident of Natalbany, La. CARLOS LUNA Pensioner Carlos Luna, 85, passed away Sept. 30. Brother Luna began his career with the Seafarers in 1947 in the port ...__..__~.....____.._-"""-__. of Baltimore. Born in Puerto Rico, he shipped in the steward department. Brother Luna's final voyage was aboard Puerto Rico Marine Management's Carolina. He lived in Kenner, La., and began receiving disbursements for his pension in 1979. KUNG HO ANTHONY MARGIOTTA Pensioner Kung Ho, 86, passed away Sept. 9. Brother Ho began his career with the MC&S. Born in China, he worked in the steward department. Brother Ho started receiving compensation for his retirement in 1969 and was a San Francisco resident. Pensioner Anthony Margiotta, 75, died Sept. 24. The U.S. Army veteran embarked on his SIU career in 1953 in the port .._____ .,.......;___ __,of New Orleans. The Louisiana native worked in the steward department and lived in New Orleans. Brother Margiotta started receiving compensation for his retirement in 1981. RICHARD HOLMES Brother Richard Holmes, 79, died Sept. 8. He joined the Seafarers in 1968 in the port of Houston. A U.S. Navy veteran, Brother Holmes worked in the engine department. He last went to sea on the Overseas Marilyn. Brother Holmes made his home in Texas. MICHAEL MASTROGANNIS Pensioner Michael Mastrogannis, 64, passed away June 3. Born in Greece, he joined the SIU in 1969 in the port of New York. Brother Mastrogannis was a member of the deck depart- Continued on page 18 �Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea OCTOBER 16 *TOTAL REGISTERED AU Groups Class A Class B Class C Port TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 0 Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville 3 1 2 4 3 11 20 44 10 17 2 12 9 20 32 Mobile New Orleans 8 22 14 13 26 13 New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco 29 13 3 2 12 9 l 10 19 15 6 Baltimore St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals Port Algonac Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Mobile 8 27 13 4 9 0 5 2 36 23 15 187 11 28 256 0 4 0 3 16 Tacoma Wilmington otals 1 6 8 2 12 6 110 Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville 0 2 1 10 15 14 3 New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point 9 12 9 2 2 Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis l 26 Tacoma Wilmington 15 23 Mobile Totals 145 8 2 11 14 10 192 117 0 0 0 2 6 3 0 6 7 13 14 43 4 19 3 9 0 4 5 5 4 5 4 11 2 4 I 3 1 0 2 0 3 l 7 3 17 37 3 1 0 5 3 41 3 2 0 4 . SL~ 1 4 9 o 1 0 7 7 4 4 3 2 1 3 0 0 0 f 0 5 1 20 5 0 2 14 4 4 2 6 0 11 5 90 1 0 0 0 7 31 31 9 14 8 3 22 25 219 13 16 6 19 _'JJ 12 19 5 3 8 4 8 20 5 2 6 0 2 0 17 6 7 2 2 2 12 21 25 .2 1 1 1 2 18 15 16 41 203 196 116 0 0 4 2 0 0 2 1 0 4 15 11 4 22 3 13 6 11 4 7 5 3 7 3 2 3 0 0 4 5 3 1 7 4 1 2 14 19 12 2 0 1 2 2 0 0 0 l 1 4 5 11 7 15 6 0 3 0 3 0 2 4 13 11 0 4 33 116 34 0 0 0 13 2 4 1 1 1 9 0 3 0 4 8 54 14 32 0 - - - -"''" Honolulu 0 9 3 0 0 1 0 11 15 6 12 8 2 6 4 8 5 Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point 0 12 12 0 1 1 19 4 1 0 PuertQ Ric0-_ San Franciseo" St. Louis 1 1 12 3 7 0 Tacoma Wilmington 4 5 14 1 13 6 42 553 Totals Totals All Departments 0 5 0 6 6 3 36 23 2 7 3 5 0 32 39 17 246 107 14 6 2 7 6 34 32 26 0 20 1 0 15 l 3 0 3 10 5 6 1 8 0 13 6 140 161 30 86 63 0 0 6 5 63 498 352 428 314 134 186 926 4 0 3 3 0 0 o~-- o New Bedford .......... Tuesday: January 21, February 18 New York................Tuesday: January 7, February 4 Norfolk ...................Thursday: January 9, February 6 Philadelphia ............Wednesday: January 8, February 5 Port Everglades....... Thursday; January 16, February 13 San Francisco ......... Thursday:; January 16, February 13 SanJuan..................Thursday: January 9, February 6 St. Louis ................. Friday: January 17, February 14 Tacoma ................... Friday; January 24~ February 21 Wtlmington ...............Tuesday: January 21 * Tuesday: February 18* Personal LEON "MICK" SMITH 2 1 0 0 Please contact Hubert Jackson at (910) 594-0127, or write him at 88 Johnston Hwy, Newton Grove, NC 28366. Would like to reminisce about the taxi ride from Portland to Newport, Ore. and other "stuff" 3 52 7 30 50 38 7 10 21 56 17 66 0 2 21 4 8 *"Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. Each pod's meellag starls at 10:30 a.m. HUBERT "RED" HOUSE Corrections In the October 2002 LOG, the photos of deceased members Ronald Krug and John McGreevy were inadvertently switched. Both obituaries follow in their entirety. 3 l2 0 0 0 Mobile .................... Wednesday: January 15, February 12 3 12 3 I 7 3 Jersey City ............... Wednesday: January 22, February 19 7 0 12 0 0 0 Jacksonville ............ Thursday: January 9, February 6 Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Leon "Mick" Smith, please contact his brother, Clement Smith, at 253 Rutter Ave., Kingston, PA 18704; or ·telephone (570) 287-1485 or (570) 287-3345. Smith, 77, was a merchant mariner who sailed on the Great Lakes. In 1991, he was known to live in the Chicago area. ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 Houston ..................Monday: January 13, February 10 "(changes created by Martin Luther King's birthday and Presidents' Day) 7 Port 2 4 2 4 2 21 8--_,.· 4 77 6 2 l - 1 33 5 6 59 6 6 4 7 0 14 1 16 3 0 2 Honolulu ................. Friday: January 17, February 14 New Orleans ...........Tuesday: January 14, February l1 10 1 11 • 4 15 13 6 o· 11 6 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 1 0 0 3 2 0 2 0 3 30 4 13 12 2 3 10 0 7 Duluth ........................Wednesday: January 15, February 12 43 1 7 1 Baltimore ................ Thursday: January 9, February 6 22 23 0 6 Algonac .................. Friday: January 10, February 7 Boston..................... Friday: January 10, February 7 6 25 ENGINE DEPARTMENT -1:· 1 0 2 0 1 0 Piney Point ............. Monday: January 6, February 3 4 37 22 46 14 23 26 281 4 5 2 11 38 414 2 0 0 2 7 91 3 7 0 6 6 54 z 30 21 2 24 8 112 2 4 53 0 2 5 28 53 19 8 5 5 0 0 7 67 22 3 l 18 o __ Port Algonac 4 16 1 104 l 5 2 7 2 3 23 19 3 0 21 8 18 22 8 10 18 6 14 9 8 4 1 4 **REGISTERED ON BEACH AU Groups Class A Class B Class C O· 9 7 Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico 1 4 3 Trip Reliefs DECK DEPARTMENT 0 8 2 0 0 2 l 0 4 1 Algonac NOVEMBER 15, 2002 January & February 2003 Membership Meetings Beep Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters 2 35 9 37 18 304 339 888 726 RONALD KRUG Pensioner Ronald King, 65, died June 7. Brother Krug began his SIU career in 1961 in Cleveland. He first worked on a vessel operated by Erie Sand Gravel Co. Brother Krug was a member of the deck department and last shipped aboard a Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co. vessel. He started receiving compensation for his retirement in 1998 and lived in Ohio. JOHN McGREEVY Pensioner John McGreevy, 79, passed away July 20. Brother McGreevy started his career with the Seafarers in 1960 in Detroit. Born in Wilkes-Barre, Pa., he shipped in the deck department. Brother McGreevy worked primarily aboard vessels operated by Great Lakes Associates, Inc., including the Seniority Men. He started receiving his pension in 1987 and lived in Ashley, Pa. • �' Seafarers lntemational llaltln Dlret:lory 1'T1'1U 1'1onthl7 Shipping; A Registration Report NOVEMBER 2002 Michael Sacco, President TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Group I Group II Group III John Fay, Executive Vice President David Heindel, Secretary-Treasurer Augustin Tellez, Vice President Contracts Tom Orzechowski, Yice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Corgey, Vice President Gulf Coast Nicholas J. Marrone, Pice President West Coast 1oseph T. Sorest Vice President Atlantic Coast Kermett Mangram, Rene Lioeaojie, Vice President at Large Harvey, LA New York Charles Stewart, Vice President at Large Norfollc Vice President Government Services • )Ill HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way. Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 San Pedro Trip Reliefs REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Group I Group II Group III DECK DEPARTMENT Port Boston Houston TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Group I Group II Group III 8 8 5 13 1 Tacoma 13 4 Totals 52 2 0 0 4 10 2 0 0 0 3 1 6 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 4 5 3 13 1 7 3 5 20 2 16 8 0 18 0 33 0 5 7 61 10 0 0 14 0 0 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 18 21 0 0 9 2 11 32 8 37 22 1 39 128 56 0 0 3 3 0 0 ALGONAC StOSt. Clair River Dr., Algonac, MI 48001 (810) 794-4988 ALTON 325<1-datket St., Suite B~ Alton, 1L 62002 (618) 462~3456 ANCHORAGE 121 Sesame St., #JC. Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 561-4988 BALTIMORE -2~15 Essex St.. Baltimore, MD 21224 (410} 327-4900 BOSTON 520 Dorchester Ave., Boston. MA 02127 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port Boston Houston 3 0 Harvey, LA New York 2 0 Norfolk San Pedro Tacoma Totals 0 9 2 16 0 ~o ~·~T ~ 0 ___3__ -~-~--2 3 0 3 0 1 o 0 0 2 0 l 0 0 0 2 0 7 10 10 0 0 4 0 Q 4 0 3 19 40 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 9 7 0 "·"--- o-· ~· ~ r 0 0 0 1 0 22 6 6 0 12 15 69 0 0 1 2 14 0 0 0 2 2 (617) 269-7877 DULUTH 324 W. Superior St., Suite 705, Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4l10 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port Boston Houston 0 2 Harvey, LA New York 2 5 (671) 647-1350 Norfolk 1 HONOLULU San Pedro Tacoma Totals GUAM P.O. Box 23127, Barrigada, Guam 96921 125 Sunny Plaza, Suite 301-E Tun Jesus Crisostomo SL, Tamuning, Guam 96911 606 Kalihi SL, Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St., Houston. TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St, Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36605 (251) 47~H9I6 NEW BEDFORD 48 Union St., New Bedford, MA 02740 12 I 0 2 0 0 5 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 l 0 0 0 1 8 2 2 2 l 3 9 0 0 0 5 0 San Pedro ] 6 Tacoma 0 2 0 18 18 17 0 3 98 31 45 39 Totals 12 I 0 1 6 0 0 Norfolk 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 18 3 4 23 1 8 1 0 1 3 0 0 11 4 8 0 4 18 2 17 2 71 25 42 I 5 4 11 20 27 0 71 3 0 10 28 38 11 73 0 3 2 0 0 0 109 67 2 2 11 168 311 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Harvey, LA New York 0 0 2 Port Boston Houston 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 22 157 8 160 0 2 84 425 260 0 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 3911 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 (504) 328-7545 NEW YORK 635 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 GoYemmentServices Division: (71&) 832-8761 NORFOLK 115 Third St., Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 622-1892 PllILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St., Pbiladelphia, PA 19148 (215} 336-3818 PINEYPOJNT P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 1221 S-Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954} 522-7984 Totals All Departments PI CS-FROM-THE-PAST Following are more photos and tales from retiree Phil Rosenstein of Corpus Christi, Texas, who has been a frequent contributor to the LOG. Rosenstein writes: "Sometime during the 1960s, I relieved Bosun Pete Brusasco on board the Volunteer State, a States Marine Victory ship. Pete lived in Portland, Ore. and invited me to his home whenever I was in the area. Pete had a business that he worked at in between ships-retrieving logs from the bottom of the Willamette River. Yes, logs don't always float. There were a lot of logs that sank to the bottom." The photo below is of Pete, leaning against one of the square logs he pulled up. SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St., San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division: (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (787) 721-4033 ST.LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, MO 63116 • (314) 752-6500 TACOMA 3411 South Union Ave., Tacoma, WA 98409 (253) 272-7774 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 The photo above was taken of Rosenstein in 1967 when he was bosun aboard the Boise Victory, owned and operated· by Keystone Shipping Co. "We made several trips into Vietnam during the war. The U.S. Army brought 30- and 50-caliber machine guns on board with soldiers to operate them. One soldier taught me how to use the machine gun and let me pose for my picture with it on the stern. "There were many ships at anchor in Saigon. Every morning scuba divers would check the bottom of our ship for mines. The Viet Cong would sometimes swim up the Saigon River and put magnetic mines under the hulls of U.S. merchant ships." �Welcome Ashore Each month, the Seafarers LOG pays tribute to the SIU members who have devoted their working lives to sailing aboard US-flag vessels on the deep seas, inland waterways or Great Lakes. Listed below are brief biographical sketches of those members who recently retired from the union. The brothers and sisters of the SIU thank those mem_bers for a job well done and wish them happiness and good health in the days ahead. n inland captain, two recertified bosuns and one recertified steward are among the eight Seafarers who are announcing their retirements this month. A Captain Burton 0. Baxter navigated the inland waterways for nearly 15 years. Bosuns Henry Bouganim and Edward M. Cain mastered the highest level of training available to members who sail in the deck department in 1987 and 1988, respectively, when they completed the bosun recertification course at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Chief Steward James Dunne completed the top level of instruction obtainable to steward department members in 1998 when he graduated from the steward recertification program at the Paul Hall Center. Including Bouganim, Cain and Dunne, four of the retirees sailed in the deep sea division. One plied the Great Lakes, and three navigated the inland waterways. Five of the retirees worked in the deck department, one shipped in the engine department and two sailed in the steward department. On this page, the Seafarer LOG r n bri biographical accounts of the retiring Seafarers. DEEP SEA HENRY BOUGANIM, 63, joined the SIU in 1970 in the port of New Orleans. Born in Mogadar, Morocco, Brother Bouganim first sailed aboard Waterman Steamship Corp. 's Andrew Jackson. A member of the deck department, he shipped as a bosun. He upgraded his skills at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md., completing the bosun recertification course in 1987. Brother Bouganim last went to sea on the PFC Eugene A. Obregon. He resides in Waveland, Miss. EDWARDM. CAIN, 64, started his career with the Seafarers in 1960 in the port of New Orleans. He first worked on the Sampan Hitch, a Suwannee Steamship Co. vessel. The Alabama-born mariner sailed in the deck department as a bosun. Brother Cain frequently upgraded his skills at the Seafarers training school in Piney Point, Md. He completed the bosun recertification course in 1988 and last sailed on the SeaLand Independence. Brother Cain lives in Mobile, Ala. JAMES DUNNE 65 joined the Seafarers in 19 7 in an Fran isco. Brother Dunne served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1954 to 1957. His first Seafarers-crewed ship was the USNS Assertive, operated by Sea Mobility, Inc. The Massachusetts native sailed in the steward department and upgraded his skills often in Piney Point, Md. Brother Dunne completed steward recertification training in 1998 and last worked on American Ship Management's APL Singapore. He is a resident of Tacoma, Wash. · FLOYD HARMANSON, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1973 in the port of Houston. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, Brother Harmanson's first SIU ship was the Overseas Natalie. The Port Arthur, Texas native was a member of the steward department and last worked on the Cape Mendocino, an OMI Ship Management, Inc. vessel. Brother Harmanson lives in his native state. The SIU demanded and won from its 'Contracted operators an Increase in the bonus on Far East runs from the previous rate of 25 per~ cent to the flat BURTONO. BAXTER, 63, started his career with the Seafarers in 1965. Born in Tyler, Texas, Boatman Baxter worked in the deck department and shipped as a captain. He worked primarily aboard vessels operated by Higman Barge Lines, Inc. Boatman Baxter makes his home in Kountze, Texas. .--~-==-~--,GERALD CLOSE 61 , began hi SIU career in 1969 in the port of New York. The Athens, Ohio native shipped in the deck department. Boatman Close worked primarily aboard vessels operated by Pennsylvania Central Transportation Co. He resides in Gwynn, Va. JOSEPH LEON CY, 64, joined the Seafarers in 1977 in the port of Piney Point, Md. Born in the West Indies, he union's legafexpe'its a.re if1vestlgating ways and means of overriding the high court's anti-labor decision after the U.S. Justice Department succeeded in convincing the court that costs of discharging cargo on a seized vessel should take precedence over seamen's claims for wages. The courts ruled In favor of the government since much of the cargo in question was govemmentowned. LAST MONTH JN SIU HISTORY rate of $1 per day, calculated from the day the ship leaves Honolulu until it returns to that port. In addition, the bonus rate on the African run was increased from 331/3 percent to the same $1 per day rate. For the entry ratings, this meant an increase of no fess than 25 percent. 1963 The SIU has asked for congressional action to amend admiralty and maritime law to restore the basic right of seafarers to recover unpaid wages when a ship is sold at a Marshall's sale as the result of a seizure. The U.S. Supreme Court recently denied a petition by the SIU to guarantee wages for seamen on a seized ship. The GREAT LAKES -1992 The SIU's efforts to save both the tourism industry of Long Beach, Calif. as well as thousands of jobs haven't gone to waste. As of mid-November, the long Beach City Council was scheduled imminently to assume ownership and operation of the famed Queen Mary hotel and restaurant. The council has vowed to keep the Queen Mary-on which 1, 200 members of the SIU-affiliated United Industrial Workers are employed-in the city, by its recent vote to prevent sale of the ship to a foreign buyer. DANIEL HEARNS, 61, hails from Cleveland. Brother Hearns joined the Seafarers in 1962 in the port of Houston. He first sailed aboard the Lemmerhirt, a Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co. vessel. Brother Hearns shipped in the deck department. He calls Brunswick, Ohio home. Editors Note: The following brothers and sisters, all former members of the NMU and participants in the NMU Pension Trust, recently went on pension. INLAND The following three briefs were to be included in the November LOG. They were pulled due to space considerations. -1940 shipped in both the engine and deck departments. Boatman Leoncy worked primarily aboard Crowley Towing & Transportation Co. vessels. He lives in Puerto Rico. ION ION, 65, started his career with the NMUin 1990. Born in Romania, · he first went to sea aboard the SS Aspen and shipped out of the port of Wilmington, Calif. The deck department member upgraded his skills in and last worked aboard the Tonsina. ALBERT SINGLETO , 60, hails from Charleston S.C. He joined the NMUin 1962. Brother Singleton's first voyage was aboard the SS Amoco New York. The steward department member initially shipped out of the port of Charleston, S.C. He upgraded his skills and last went to sea on the SS Fredricks- burg. ~tReptlnted from past issues of the ~afarers LOG' 1940, 'The :Seafarers International Union "~m~ineq>oncttfeated in representation elections by win- ning a N~tion9I labor Relations Board election aboard Calmar Line ships by a vote of 323 to 9. Of 340 seamen who voted, only nine voted against the union and eight ballots were ruled invalid by the board. The lopsided victory was the third recent success for the Sf U in representation elections aboard ship. Previously, the union easily won elections to represent seamen working aboard P&O and Baltimore Insular line ships. RAUL VAZQUEZ embarked on his career with the NMUin 194 7. Sailing out of the port of Baltimore, he initially worked on the Bulk Crude. Born in Puerto Rico, he shipped in the steward department. Brother Vazquez upgraded his skills in 1989. He last worked on a Lykes Brothers' vessel. ,.....,,.,...--=~--,------i In addition to the members listed above, the following NMU brothers and sisters went on pension effective the dates indicated. Name Age Robert Cole Leonelo Flores Mario Hernandez Raymond McKnight Antonio Soares Cesar Johnson John Smith stated\furth!.r, 66 55 55 78 62 69 55 Effective Date Aug. l Nov. l Sept. l ov. 1 Nov. 1 Sept. 1 Oct. I ''We take pride in the fact that New Orleans particularly in the last 14 years 'ha.s had the favorable economic, social and pofi*al climate which has encouraged the growth of business, indus.. try and such great institutions as the SIU." New Orleans SIU Port Agent Lindsey J. Williams said, "The universal respect and good.. will enjoyed by Seafarers in this port is a far cry from the conditions prevailing 2 1 years ago during the formative stages of our union. We are preparing to move into a beautiful new home." THIS MONTH JN SIU HISTORY 1960 Ground was broken during the past week for the new Seafarers building in New Orleans. Mayor de-Lesseps S. Morrison was the principal speaker. He said, "The wonderful growth and progress which the Seafarers International Union has enjoyed in this port has been paralleled by the tremendous development of trade in this port, which has become the second-ranking seaport in the United States." He 1980 Several hundred trade unionists descended on the New York office of Aeroflot, the official Russian airline, but they weren't looking for plane tickets. The sign-carrying unionists, including a score of Seafarers from the hall in Brth°klyn, were picketing Aeroflot on 4 5 St. and Fifth Ave. to protest the buildup of Russian troops on the Polish border and to express their support for Poland's courageous workers who have risked their fives to form the infant free-trade union, Solidamosc. �final Departures Continued from page 14 ..------::-::--.,....----. ment, last sailing on the Mt. Explorer, a Cove Shipping Co. vessel. He began collecting retirement stipends in 1979 and lived in his native Greece. ROBERT MILLER Pensioner Robert Miller, 71 , died Sept. 24. The Plainfield, N.J.-born mariner joined the Seafarers in 1959 in the port of New York. The deck department member last sailed aboard a Puerto Rico Marine Management vessel. Brother Miller began receiving his pension in 1990 and was a resident of Linden, N .J. native shipped in the deck department. His final voyage was on the Sea-Land Tacoma. Brother O ' Connell called Tacoma, Wash. home. JABEZ PEGG THEODORE TAYLOR Pensioner Jabez Pegg, 73, died Aug. 21. A U.S Army veteran, Brother Pegg joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of Baltimore. The North Carolina native first went to sea aboard Waterman Steamship Corp. 's Madaket. A member of the deck department, he last worked on the Sea-Land Explorer. Brother Pegg began receiving his pension in 1992 and was a resident of Suisun, Calif. Pensioner Theodore Taylor, 76, died Aug. 5. He started his career with the MC&S. Brother Taylor shipped in the steward department and began collecting retirement benefits in 1978. He was a resident of Oakland, Calif. CARMELA MINNITI PIDLIPPOOLE Pensioner Carmela Minniti, 84, passed away Aug. 24. Sister Minniti started her career with the MC&S in 1964 in San Francisco. Born in Philadelphia, the steward department member last sailed on the President Roosevelt. Sister Minniti started receiving compensation for her retirement in 1980 and made her home in Long Beach, Wash. Brother Philip Poole, 48, died Aug. 29. He started his SIU career in 1975. Brother Poole worked in the inland and deep sea divisions. The New Jersey-born mariner shipped in the deck department. He last went to sea on the SSG Edward A. Carter Jr. Brother Poole lived in Long Brancl:~, N.J. KAMAL MOORE Brother Kamal Moore, 27, died Sept. 22. He joined the Seafarers in 1995 in the port of Piney Point, Md. A native of Berkley, Calif., he initially went to sea aboard American Hawaii Cruises' Independence. Brother Moore worked in the engine and steward departments, last sailing on the Global Sentinel. He was a resident of Vancouver, Wash. JERRY MULLER Brother Jerry Muller, 49, passed away Sept. 9. The Hawaiian-born mariner joined the SIU in 1980 in the port of Honolulu. Brother Muller's initial voyage was aboard Cove Ship Management's Oceanic Independence. The steward department member last worked on the USNS Contender. Brother Muller lived in Honolulu. JULIO NAPOLEONIS Houghton. The steward department member last worked on the OMI Sacramento. Brother Strickland lived in Manassas, Va. and began receiving retirement stipends in 1989. WALLACE PRATTS Pensioner Wallace Pratts, 77, passed away Sept. 19. Brother Pratts joined the Seafarers in 1943 in the port of New York. His initial voyage was aboard the Alcoa Roamer. The Louisiana native worked in the steward departm nt, last ·1in on the Ultrasea. Brother Pratts started receiving his pension in 1987 and was a resident of New Orleans. MATTHEW ROSATO Pensioner Matthew Rosato, 84, died July 29. Brother Rosato was a charter member of the SIU, having joined the union in 1938 in the port of New Orleans. A member of the engine department, he first worked aboard the Alcoa Runner. Born in Covington, La., Brother Rosato last went to sea on the J.B. Water, a Waterman Steamship Corp. vessel. He began receiving compensation for his retirement in 1976 and lived in Louisiana. Pensioner Julio Napoleonis, 78, died Sept. 3. Brother Napoleonis embarked on his career with the Seafarers in 1942 in the port ofNewYork. He sailed in the steward department and lived in Puerto Rico. Brother Napoleonis started receiving his pension in 1973. Pensioner Gleason St. Germain, 89, passed away July 22. Brother St. Germain embarked on his career with the Seafarers in 1951 in the port of New Orleans. The Louisiana native first went to sea aboard the Alcoa Pointer. A member of the steward department, he last worked on the Del Sud. Brother St. Germain started receiving his pension in 1977. He made his home in Westwego, La. ROBERT O'CONNELL WILLIAM STRICKLAND Brother Robert O'Connell, 46, passed away Aug. 5. He joined the Seafarers in 1976 in the port of New York. Brother O'Connell worked in the deep sea as well as inland divisions. The New York Pensioner William Strickland, 78, died Aug. 16. A U.S. Army veteran, he started his SIU career in 1951 in the port ofNorfolk, Va. Brother Strickland initially went to sea on Alcoa Steamship's Alanson B. GLEASON ST. GERMAIN ROBERT TOMPKINS Pensioner Robert Tompkins, 72 died recently. Brother Tompkins began his SIU career in 1953 in San Francisco. A veteran of the U.S. Air Force, he initially went to sea aboard the Mankato Victory, a Victory Carriers Inc. vessel. The engine department member started collecting retirement stipends in 1996. He made his home in Puerto Rico. JAMES WATSON Pensioner James Watson, 73, passed away July 10. Brother Watson initially went to sea on board the Lucille Bloomfield. A member of the deck department, he started collecting compensation for his retirement in 1994. Brother Watson lived in Amite, La. LEVINSON WINBORNE Pensioner Levinson Winborne, 81 , died Aug. 24. Brother Winborne started his SIU career in 1959 in the port of New York.A .veteran of the U.S. Navy, his initial voyage was aboard the Andrew Jackson. The Virginia native shipped in the steward department and last worked on the USNS Altair. Brother Winborne began receiving compensation for his retirement in 1986 and lived in Chesapeake, Va. HUGH WOOTEN Pensioner Hugh Wooten, 78, died July 8. Brother Wooten began his career with the Seafarers in 1970 in San Francisco. A veteran of the U.S. Army, his first vessel was Waterman. Steamship Corp. 's Yaka. The Utah-born mariner shipped in the steward department and last went to sea on the President Taft. Brother Wooten began receiving his pension in 1993 and resided in Yountville, Calif. JOSEPH ZHEMECK Pensioner Joseph F. Zhemeck, 74, died July 23. Brother Zhemeck began his SIU career in 1947 in the port of Philadelphia. Born in Pennsylvania, he was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He first sailed aboard the Arlyn and shipped in all three departments. Brother Zhemeck's last voyage was aboard the Overseas Washington. He began receiving his pension in 1998 and made his home in Philadelphia. INLAND DWAIN DORSETT Pensioner Dwain Dorsett, 65 , passed away Aug. 29. A U.S. Navy veteran, he started his career with the Seafarers in 1978 in Houston. Boatman Dorsett shipped in the engine department and worked primarily aboard G&H Towing Co. vessels. He started receiving payments for his retirement in 1999 and called Livingston, Texas home. ROBERT KEIPER Pensioner Robert Keiper, 97, died Aug. 19. Boatman Keiper began his career with the Seafarers in 1963 in Port Arthur, Texas. He worked in the steward department and started collecting compensation for his retirement in 1972. Born in Johnstown, Pa., Boatman Keiper made his home in Martinsburg, Pa. JOSEPH KILPATRICK Pensioner Joseph Kilpatrick, 76, pas da y Aug. 13. A veteran of both the U. S. Navy and U.S. Air Force, he joined the SIU in 1963 in . Port Arthur, Texas. Boatman Kilpatrick shipped in the deck department and worked primarily aboard Hvide Marine vessels. He began receiving his pension in 1987 and made his home in Jasper, Texas. CHARLES LOWE . - - - - - - - - - , Pensioner Charles Lowe, 81, died Aug. 26. Boatman Lowe worked in both the inland and deep sea divisions. Boatman Lowe, who sailed in the deck department, began collecting stipends for his retirement in 1985. He made his home in Mobile, Ala. NORMAN MOENNICH Pensioner Norman Moennich, 69, died Aug. 22. Boatman Moennich started his career with the Seafarers in 1961 '----..-.=.--'-"~-___. in Cleveland, Ohio. He worked in the deck department and shipped primarily aboard Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. vessels, including the Lemmerhirt. Boatman Moennich started collecting retirement stipends in 1994 and . made his home in Cleveland. JOHN SCOGGINS Pensioner John Scoggins, 80, passed veteran, Boatman Scoggins joined the Seafarers in 1964 in the port of Mobile, Ala. The deck department member began receiving compensation for his retirement in 1991 . He was a resident of Pascagoula, Miss. TOBY STEVENS Boatman Toby Stevens, 41 , passed away July 17. The Baytown, Texas-born mariner joined the Seafarers in 1983 in the port ..__,.....,.........,._..............._.......__. of Houston. Boatman Stevens worked primarily aboard vessels operated by G&H Towing. The engine department member lived in Dickinson, Texas. JOHN WILLIAMS Pensioner John Williams, 77, died Aug. 2. Boatman Williams started his SIU career in the port of Philadelphia. He worked in the inland as well as deep sea divisions. The Florida native first worked on a Doric Shipping Corp. vessel. Boatman Williams last shipped aboard a Mariner Towing vessel. He was a resident of Dunnellon, Fla. and began receiving his pension in 1987. ROBERT WILLIAMS Boatman Robert Williams, 61 , passed away July 7. He shipped in both the steward and deck departments, working primarily aboard Allied Towing vessels. Boatman illiam made his home in rfolJ< Va. GREAT l S LOUIS CZACHOR Pensioner Louis Czachor, 84, died Aug. 24. The U.S. Army veteran joined the Seafarers in 1960 in Detroit. Born in WilkesBarre, Pa., Brother Czachor shipped in the steward department. He worked primarily aboard American Steamship vessels, including the Nicolet. Brother Czachor started receiving retirement stipends in 1983 and resided in his native state. MICHAEL McCORMICK Brother Michael McCormick, 52, passed away Aug. 20. Born in Wyandotte, Mich., Brother McCormick was a U.S. Army veteran. He joined the Seafarers in 1990 in the port of Algonac, Mich. Brother McCormick shipped in the deck department and worked primarily aboard Great Lakes Towing Co. vessels. Brownstown, Mich. was his home. RAILROAD MARINE ALLEN SEIDEN Pensioner Allen Seiden, 80, passed away Aug. 20. Born in Poland, he started his career with the Seafarers in 1960 in the port of New York. The deck department member was a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y. Brother Seiden began collecting his pension in 1983 . �Digest of Shitil(oarcl Union Meetin9s The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digeits otanion shjpboatd minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships minutes first are reviewed by the union's contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships' minutes. The minutes are then forwarded to ths Seafarers LOG for publication. CHALLENGER (CSX Lines), Sept. 24-Chairman William J. Card, Secretary Brandon D. Maeda, Educational Director Clive A. Steward, Deck Delegate Wilfredo Cruz, Engine Delegate Jose A. Quinones, Steward Delegate Donald L. Huffman. Chairman announced payoff Sept. 26 in Jacksonville, Fla. He stressed need for individual accountability in reading and understanding sailing board after departure time has been posted. Educational director talked about importance of submitting completed beneficiary form to Seafarers Money Purchase Pension Plan. Forms may be found in September 2002 LOG or by calling SMPPP administrator. Treasurer noted money in ship's fund spent on equipment (cables, wiring, etc.) needed for installation of new satellite dish. Service to be started at next call in Jacksonville. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Problem with shuttle service in Jacksonville from pier to parking to be taken up with boarding patrolman at payoff. Next ports: Jacksonville; San Juan, P.R. crew members about payoff in Houston. He also reminded them ofimportanceofcontributingto SPAD. Secretary thanked everyone for good trip and suggested they take advantage of upgrading facilities at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department given vote of thanks for great food. DILIGENCE (Maritrans), Sept. 30-Chairman Michael A. Eaton, Secretary Mary Lou Smith, Educational Director Arthur K. Outlaw. Chairman announced payoff Oct. 1 in Texas City, Texas. Educational director spoke about union 's upgrading facilities in Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew members expressed appreciation for new TV system. HARRIETTE (Maritime Overseas), Sept. 22-Chairman Mark Downey, Secretary Joseph Birke, Educational Director Kevin Carraby, Deck Delegate Charles McPherson, Engine Delegate Charles Sandino, Steward Delegate Santiago Amaya. Chairman announced vessel to anchor Sept. 25 in New Orleans. Payoff will take place next day. Educational director encouraged crew members to upgrade skills at Paul Hall CONSUMER (CSX Lines), Sept. 8-Chairman Rufrno J. Giray, Secretary Terry L. Allen, Educational Director Joseph A. Bur e ega e obert ..:...-=o-1= gine ~ -rr .... r-1~~rr-:r-. ,-So · Gary E. Doyen, Steward Delegate OT reported by deck delegate; Frank Sison. Chairman announced none reported in engine or steward payoff in Oakland, Calif. He departments. Recommendation thanked everyone for fine job durmade to look into raising retireing voyage and Coast Guard inment pay. Everyone reminded to take any problems they may have spection. He reminded crew to have books ready for patrolman on to department delegates or bosun arrival. Secretary reported rumor before speaking to ship's officers. that company is up for sale-with Vote of thanks given to steward Carlyle Group being possible department for great job. buyer. Educational director urged INNOVATOR (USSM), Sept. 22crew members to upgrade skills at Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Chairman Stephen R. Kastel, Md. No beefs or disputed OT Secretary Benedict N. Opaoo, reported. Shuttle bus service in Educational Director Christopher Honolulu was discontinued. L. Earhart, Engine Delegate Abdul H. Mohamed. Chairman Members think this is a safety issue and should be looked into. announced payoff Sept. 25 upon Vote of thanks to steward departarrival in Los Angeles. He noted ment and other crew members for smooth trip with no beefs or diskeeping clean ship. puted OT reported, and that everyone worked well together in keepCOURIER (Intrepid Ship Maning ship clean and accident-free. agement), Sept. 20-Chairman Educational director reminded David L. Hollenback, Secretary crew about securing all necessary Johnnie B. McGill Jr., Educaendorsements to sail and keeping tional Director Ronnie L. Day Jr., them up to date. Suggestion made Deck Delegate Robert A. Stellon, to modify certain requirements for Engine Delegate Jean S. Coupension. Chairman recommended villion, Steward Delegate Rigoto captain that new DVD and surround-sound be purchased for crew berto V. Ruiz. Chairman wished lounge. Request made for copies of good vacation to those getting off. Educational director advised crew new contract. Next ports: Oakland, members that z-cards can be Calif.; Dutch Harbor, Alaska; renewed up to 11 months before Yokohama and Nagoya, Japan. expiration. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Deck delegate KODIAK (CSX Lines), Sept. 8requested clarification on entitleChairman Garry D. Walker, ment trips off. Waiting for replaceSecretary Melvin E. Morgan, ment of circuit breaker for dryer on Educational Director Alfonso D. crew laundry. Vote of thanks given Bombita, Deck Delegate Thomas to steward department. Next port: B. Schroeder, Steward Delegate Corpus Christi, Texas. Sam Y. Kassem. Chairman announced payoff Sept. 10 in Tacoma, Wash. at 11 p.m. He DEVELOPER (USSM), Sept. 3Chairman Joseph J. Caruso, advised crew to check with boarding patrolman and pay dues at that Secretary Robert A. Castillo, Educational Director Thomas H. Easttime. For safety/security, he also wood, Steward Delegate David suggested that bilingual crew members speak English in public Camacho. Chairman informed spaces. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Everyone asked to keep noise down at night in crew lounge and help keep linen locker tidy. Vote of thanks given to steward department for job well done. Next ports: Tacoma, Wash.; Anchorage and Kodiak, Alaska. LIBERTY GLORY (Liberty Maritime Corp.), Sept. I-Chairman Juan M. Rivas, Educational Director Greg Alvarez. Chairman reported ship is headed toward Portland but that destination may change at any time. He asked those getting off to clean rooms before leaving ship. Ship's fund, which is kept by steward and bosun, holds $120. It can be used for anything crew members want, such as movies. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward stated one apprentice is aboard, working in his department. Complaint made regarding lack of linen. Captain said to order a dozen pillow cases and towels each trip until deficit is filled. LIBERTY GRACE (Liberty Maritime Corp.), Sept. 21-Chairman Cesar A. Gutierrez, Secretary Justo R. Lacayo, Deck Delegate Thomas W. Walker, Secretary Julio Guity. Chairman reported smooth trip with good crew. He advised everyone to be careful when going ashore in upcoming ports in Africa and Tanzania. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading skills at Piney Point facility. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Request made for antenna cable for TV. Vote of thanks given to steward department for job well done. MAERSK CALIFORNIA (Maersk Line, Ltd.), Sept. 16Chairman Brian K. Fountain, Secretary John G . Reid, Educational Director Monroe G. Mon' legate had . Noda, Engine Delegate Ronal M. Ramos, Steward Delegate John Bolton Jr. Chairman thanked crew for smooth and safe trip through six West African ports. He noted repairs to rails will be done in next port of Algeciras, Spain. Secretary thanked crew for helping keep ship clean. He stated fresh provisions coming aboard in Spain. Educational director suggested members upgrade whenever possible and keep track of expiration dates on necessary shipping documents. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Discussion held about importance of Maritime Security Program and of contributing to SPAD. Suggestion forwarded to contracts department pertaining to receipt of full pension benefits at whatever age one reaches 7,300 days of seatime. Information requested about new G-class vessels and how contract is affected. Steward department given vote of thanks for job well done, especially great cookouts. Ship heading to ports in Spain, France and Italy. MOTIVATOR (USSM), Sept. 15-Chairman Anthony Maben, Secretary Matthew Scott, Engine Delegate George H. Bixby, Steward Delegate Andres L. Caballero. Chairman announced payoff Sept. 16 in Houston. He advised everyone to lock doors while in port. He also stated new dryers have been installed. Secretary said shipping is tight and suggested crew members check to see that all required documents are not due to expire soon. Educational director talked about opportunities for upgrading available at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew members reminded to have captain or officers sign TRBs. NAVIGATOR (CSX Lines), Sept. 15-Chairman Werner Belcher, Secretary Richard Riley, Educational Director Daniel Dean. Chairman announced arrival and payoff Sept. 17 in Oakland, Calif. He advised crew members to clean rooms, have new linen ready for next person and close room doors before leaving. Secretary stated recycling program discontinued due to lack of participation. Educational director reminded everyone to keep all papers in order to avoid conflicts when registering for new job. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Jordan Sr., Deck Delegate Rene V. Rafer, Engine Delegate Prentiss R. Smith, Steward Delegate Charles Atkins. Chairman announced payoff Sept. 14 in Tacoma, Wash. He hoped enough copies of new contract would be available at that time for all crew members. Educational director mentioned company may soon have new owner. Treasurer stated $346 in ship's fund and $278 in cookout fund. Crew requested purchase of new DVD player with some of the money. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Both deck and engine Looking Forward to Dinner on the Achiever Aboard the Sea/and Achiever, Chief Cook Obencio Espinoza is about to put the evening's meal into the oven. It's one of his special chicken recipes, much loved by the crew members. Espinoza also serves as steward delegate aboard the USSM vessel. Communications from headquarters read aloud. Discussion held about some ships being retired while new ones are being added and that SIU members are once again aboard the paddle-wheelers. Everyone asked to be considerate of fellow shipes~incttutinglm s-nmkin-gtn crew TV room and not using upper deck engine room door (except in case of emergency) so that day men and watchstanders can get some rest. Outside doors should remain closed to save air conditioning in house. The Navigator crew gave its best wishes to Brother George Holland from San Francisco, who retires this trip after 39 years with the union. "Job well done, George." Chief Cook Glenn Taan and his department given vote of thanks for great food-and plenty of it. Next ports: Oakland and Long Beach, Calif.; Honolulu, Hawaii. NEW YORK (ATC), Sept. 1Chairman Calvin Logue, Secretary Nancy Heyden, Educational Director Edward Self, Deck Delegate Albert Balatico. Chairman announced a draw Sept. 2 in Cherry Point, Wash. and payoff Sept. 6 in Long Beach, Calif. Secretary requested crew members not go into chill box during night. The slamming of the doors is very loud, especially to those living right above the box. If supplies are needed, they should be picked up at dinner. Educational director stressed need to support the union through SPAD donations and to upgrade at Piney Point. All movies should be returned to officers' lounge when through. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Request for having showers painted has been discussed with mate. He will have work done this winter when other indoor work is also planned. Crew held discussion about employment issues with ATC and about respect for fellow crew members and their privacy. PACIFIC (CSX Lines), Sept. 9Chairman Stanley A. Gurney, Secretary Kristen M. Swain, Educational Director Keith L. departments have unlicensed apprentices this voyage, and both are doing a good job. Suggestion made to raise pension benefits and add 80 percent payment for dental services. Steward department received "loud vote of thanks" for me'als trnd baroecues:-Tne ewar department has done an outstanding job, and the crew really appreciates it." SEALAND ACHIEVER (USSM), Sept. 22-Chairman James E. Davis, Secretary Andrew Hagan, Engine Delegate Gregory T. Johns, Steward Delegate Obencio M. Espinoza. Chairman made crew members aware of SIU legal department and how it can help Seafarers. Educational director urged everyone to support SPAD program and upgrade skills at Piney Point when opportunities arise. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Vote of thanks given to steward department for great meals and service. WASHINGTON (ATC), Sept. 18-Chairman Timothy D. Koebel, Secretary Robert Mensching, Deck Delegate Douglas R. Gantenbein, Educational Director Kevin E. Hall, Engine Delegate Gary Loftin. Chairman reminded crew of vessel's policy requiring form signed by bosun or steward attesting to cleanliness of room before getting off He also advised them of dress policy in mess hallno caps, tank tops or sandals without socks. Some disputed OT reported in engine department; no beefs or disputed OT noted in deck or steward departments. Suggestion made to change name of ''vacation pay'' to "supplemental compensation." Chairman reported on letter he sent to VP Contracts Augie Tellez, requesting him to write letter to Oregon Dept. of Labor explaining what SIU vacation pay is and how it should not preclude receiving certain benefits. Request made for ice machine in crew mess. Kudos given to steward department for excellent cuisine. Next ports: Cherry Point, Wash.; Singapore. > �SIJ•WIARY AllllllAL REPORT FOR SREAT LAKES 1116 & DREDSE PENSION PLAN This is a summary of the annual report for the Great Lakes Tug & Dredge Pension Plan EIN: 13-1953878, Plan No. 003, for the period January l. 2001 through December 31, 2001. The annual report has been filed with the Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of l 974 (ERJSA). Basic Financial Statement Benefits under the plan are provided through a trust fund. Plan expenses were $1,482)567. These expenses included $204,845 in administrative expenses and $1,277,722 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. A total of251 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end of the plan year, although not all of these persons had yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $24.217,068 as of December 31, 2001, compared to $23,919,767 as of Janll1lry 1, 2001. During the plan year, the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $297,301. This increase includes unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. The plan had a total income of $1,779,868 including employer contributions of $146,830, realized losses of $(276) from the sale of assets, earnings from investments of$1,133,213 and unrealized appreciation of assets of $500,101. Minimum Funding Standards An actuary's statement shows that enough money was contributed to the plan to keep it funded in accordance with the minimum funding standards of BRISA. four Rlgbts 111 Additional lnfonnatilJn You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof. on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1) An accountant's report; 2) Assets held for investment; 3) Transactions in excess of 5 percent of the plan assets; 4) Actuarial information regarding the funding of the plan; and 5) Financial information and information on payments to service providers. To obtain a copy of the full annual report. or any part thereof, write or call the Board of Trustees of the Great Lakes Tug & Dredge Pension Plan. 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs. MD 20746; telephone {301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $4.35 for the full annual report or 15 cents per page for any part there- of. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator) on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of .income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. You also have the legally protected.right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan (5201 Auth Way. Camp Springs, MD 20746) and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, Room N5638, Pension and Welfare Benefits Adminjstration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N .W., Washington DC 20210. SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT FOR SEAFARERS HEALTH AND BENEFn'S PLAN This is a summary of the annual report of the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan, EIN: 13-5557534, Plan No. 501, for the period January l, 2001 through December 31, 2001. The annual report has been filed with the Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). The Board of Trustees has committed itself to pay all claims incurred under the terms of the plan. Basic Rnancial Statement The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $19,670,283 as of December 31, 2001, compared to $27,571,337 as of January 1, 2001. During the plan year, the plan experienced a decrease in its net assets of $7,901,054. This decrease includes unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. During the plan year, the plan had a total income of $53,292,476 including employer contributions of $50,408,374, realized gain of $535,973 from the sale of assets, earnings from investments of $1,997,771, other income of $69,188 and unrealized appreciation of assets of $281, 170. Plan expenses were $61,193,530. These expenses included $6,062,794 in administrative expenses and $55, 130,736 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The Constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by certified public accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund fmancial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all . union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the union and the employers they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY - THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the executive board of the union. The executive board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU Constitution are available in all union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU Constitution and in the contracts which the union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION - SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American merchant marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING THE UNIONany time a member ee s t at any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT FOB MCS SUPPLEMENTJUIY PENSION PLAN This is a summary of the annual report for the MCS Supplementary Pension Plan EIN: 51-6097856, Plan No. 001, for the period January l, 2001 through December 31, 200 l. The annual report has been filed with the Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (BRISA). Your Rights ta Additional Information Basic Rnandal Statement You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1) An accountant's report; 2) Assets held for investment; 3) Transaction in excess of 5 percent of plan assets; and 4) Financial information and information on payments to service providers. To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the Board of Trustees of the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746; telephone (301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $2.25 for the full annual report or 15 cents per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of the report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan (5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746) and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, NS638, Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W.; Washington DC 20210. Benefits under the plan are provided through a trust fund. Plan expenses were $821,283. These expenses included $194,441 in administrative expenses and $626,842 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. A total of 1,128 persons were participants in or beneficiaries of the plan at the end of the plan year, although not all of these persons bad yet earned the right to receive benefits. The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $9,758,591 as of December 31, 2001, compared to $9,887,061 as of January l, 2001. During the plan year, the plan experienced a decrease in its net assets of $128,470. This decrease includes unrealized appreciation or depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. The plan had a total income of $692,813 including realized gain of $113,856 from the sale of assets, earnings from investments of $505,540 and unrealized appreciation of assets of $73,417. Minimum Funding Standards An actuary's statement shows that enough money was contributed to the plan to keep it funded in accordance with the minimum funding standards of ERlSA. Your Rlglrls 111 Additional lnfonnalion You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1) An accountant's report; 2) Assets held for investment; 3) Transactions in excess of 5 percent of the plan assets; 4) Actuarial information regarding the funding of the plan; and 5) Financial information and information on payments to service providers; To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the Board of Trustees of the MCS Supplementary Pension Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746; telephone (301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $6.15 for the full annual report or 15 cents per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan (5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746) and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, Room N5638, Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington DC 20210. �SEAFARERS PAUL HALL CENTER UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE Engine Upgrading Courses The following is the schedule of courses at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. for December 2002 as well as a few classes in the new year. All programs are geared to improve the job skills of Seafarers and to promote the American maritime industry. Please note that this schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and-in times of conflict- the nation's security. Students attending any of these classes should check in the Saturday before their course's start date. The courses listed here will begin promptly on the morning of the start dates. For classes ending on a Friday, departure reservations should be made for Saturday. Seafarers who have any questions regarding the upgrading courses offered at the Paul Hall Center may call the admissions office at (301) 994..0010. Course Arrival Date Date of Completion Oiler January 13 February 21 QMED January 13 April 4 Welding January 6 February 3 Jannary 24 February 21 Engine Utility {EU) January 27 March 17 February 21 April 11 Safety Specialty Courses Arrival Date Date of Completion Advanced Firefighting December2 February 3 December 13 February 14 Basic Fire Fighting/STCW December 9 December 16 February 17 December 13 December 20 February 21 Fast Rescue Boat January 27 January 31 Government Vessels Jaouary20 March 10 February 7 March 28 Medical Care Provider January20 January24 Tankerman (PIC) Barge* January 13 January 17 December 2 January27 December 13 February7 Course Deck Upgrading Courses Course Arrival Date Date of Completion Able Seaman January20 Febrnary 14 Automatic Radar PlottingAids* January 27 January 31 (*must hcwe radar unlimited) Bridge Resource Management (BRM) - Inland December9 February 3 December 13 February7 Celestial Navigation May12 May30 GMDSS (Simulator) December2 February3 December 13 February 14 • (*must haJie bask fire fighting) Lifeboatman/Water Survival January 6 February 17 March31 January 17 February28 April 11 January 13 January 24 De mber9 February 10 December 20 February 21 pfll 1 (*must have basic fire fighting) - a£ch 31 March 7 January 13 Third Mate Tanker Familiarization/ Assistant Cargo (DL)* Steward Upgrading Courses Galley Operations/Advanced Galley Operations modules start every week. Certified Chief Cook/Chief Steward classes start every other week, most recently Academic Department Courses ------- - - - General education and collegeco;-rses are available as needed. In addition, basic vocational support program courses are offered throughout the year, one week prior to the AB, QMED, FOWT, Third Mate, Tanker Assistant and Water Survival courses. An introduction to computers course will be self..study. Look for the complete 2003 Paul Hall Center curriculum guide in next month's issue of the Seafarers LOG. beginning November 23. ~ - • - •:.Jr... - • - • - · - · - • -• _,,,_ • - • - · - •- • - · - • - •- o - •-r- ~- o - • - • - o -·- ·- o-·-•-•- o-·-·- o - • -·-r- • - • - • -· • - • - · - • - • - • - • - • - • -·- • - • - • -• - • - • - •- •- • - • -·- • - •- With this application, COPIES of the following must be sent: One hundred and twenty (120) days sea time for the previous year, one day in the last six months prior to the date your class starts, USMMD (z-card) front and back, front page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, and qualifying seatime for the course if it is Coast Guard tested. All OL. AB and JE ap.olicants must submit a U.S. Coast Guard fee of $140 with their application. The payment should be made with a money order onlv. payable to LMSS. UPGRADING APPLICATION COURSE BEGIN DATE END DATE Telephone _ _ __ _ _ _ _ __ _ Deep Sea Member D If the following Date of Birth - - -- - - -- - Lakes Member D Inland Waters Member D information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security # _ _ _ _ _ __ _ __ Seniority _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ __ _ Department _ _ _ _ _ __ __ U.S. Citizen: Yes D No D Home Port Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ LAST VESSEL: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Rating: _ _ _ __ Date On: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Date Off: Are you a graduate of the SHLSS/PHC trainee program? DYes DNo If yes, class#-- -- - - -- - -- - - - -- -- - - - - -- - Have you attended any SHLSS/PHC upgrading courses? DYes ONo If yes, course(s) taken _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ __ _ __ Yes 0 No Firefighting: 0 Yes 0 No CPR: NOTE: Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only ifyou present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPLETED APPUCATION TO: Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, Admissions Office, PO. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075; or fax to (301) 994-2189. Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? 0 SIGNATURE _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ DATE 0 Yes DNo Primary language spoken - - - - - -- - - - - -- -- - - - - - - The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education is a private, non-profit, equal opportunity institution and admits students, who are otherwise qualified, of any race, nationality or sex. The school complies with applicable laws with regard to admission, access or treatment of students in its programs or activities. 12/02 �Paul Hall Center Classes Able Seaman - Receiving their certificates for completion of the AB class ending Oct. 25 are upgrading students (in alphabetical order) Ritche Acuman, Michael Aikens, Joseph Arnold, Weston Beres, Eric Bourdon, Jesse Hale, Chaires Huggins, Brandon Lovejoy, Nicholas Manessiotis, Chris Marquez, Miguel Matos, Felix Medina, Mohamed Mohamed , Thomas Muncy, Ryan Nichols, DeGutenberg Poitevien, Matthew Ryan, Raymond Ryan, Michael Sherno, Michael Sottak and Christopher Waldo. Engine Utility --- Unlicensed apprentices in the third phase of their training completed the engine utility course Sept. 27. They are (in alphabetical order) Austin Ayers, Josette Brown, Trevor Cohn, Beato Diaz Jr., Harold Gerber, Aaron Matuszny, Joshua McDaniel and Lon Molnar. Also, upgraders Talib Aekins and Nicholas Murgolo graduated from the class. Their instructor, Jay Henderson, is at far right. Bridge Resource ManagementSeafarers who graduated from the bridge resource management course Oct. 4 are (from left} Charlie Pierce, Herb Walling (instructor), Ralph Kirby, William Heu and Brian O'Neal. Tankerman (PIC) Barge - These Seafarers who successfully completed the tankerman (PIC) barge course Sept. 27 are (in no specific order) Philip Curtis, Raymond Henderson, Timothy Burke, William Jordan, Michael Hester, Cameron Peterson, James Fisher, George Legg, Scott Heginbotham, Thomas Gavagan, Anthony DiCicco, Glenn Barnes, Clinton Finley, Jerry Sobierij, Scott Green, Norman Dauphin and James Souci. Also in photo are instructor Stacey Harris and instructor Brad Wheeler. (Note: Not all students are pictured.) Government Vessels Upgrading Seafarers who took part in the government vessels course held aboard the USNS John McDonnell, which ended Sept. 12, are (in no specific order) Richard Johansen, Servillano Lozandi, Nick Giron, Nicci Chevalier, Abaoulla Alssoudi , James Lowell, John Nelson, Oscar Palacios and· Kelly Doyle. Fast Rescue Boat- Under the instruction of Stan Beck (standing left) are Seafarers who completed the fast rescue boat course Nov. 1. They are (in alphabetical order) John Arnold, Dimitre Dimitrov, Richard Douglas, Anwar Muthala, Michael Parks, DeGutenberg Poitevien and Emmett Wattigny. :;:,f-riY student Who ha§ r~gister~d for a cf~s~ and finqs-f(.)r whatever 0 , , ~~at ~e ~.~'· she.yannota~~end 1 ·-p fease lnform the-admissions · _@~~rtmen( So another student may take that place. v,\ ·!hat Computer Lab Classes Recent graduates of the computer lab at the Paul Hall Center pose with their certificates. In photo at left are (from left, seated) Joseph Butasek and Clinton Cephas. In the photo at right are (from left) Richard Douglas, Virginia Panoncillo and Dimitre Dimitrov. Their instructor, Rick Prucha, stands in back in both pictures. - ... Fast Rescue Boat - Oct. 18 was graduation day for members of a recent fast rescue boat course. In alphabetical order are Michael Russo, Jeffrey Hardy, Robert Joiner, Erik Fabian , Rene Peinado, Dale Wilson, Brian McLarnon, Bruce Walsh , Anton Sulic and Robert Tierney Jr. Their instructor, Stan Beck, stands second from left. �Paul Hall Center Classes Graduating from the ARPA course Oct. 18 are (in alphabetical order) Bradley Burkart, Dimitre Dimitrov, Frederick Luna, Joseph Meravy, C. Robert Mills and Eric Vizier. Advanced Fire Fighting - Completing the advanced fire fighting class Oct. 18 are (in alphabetical order) Mian Ahmad, Janet Baird, Bartow Bridges Ill, Michael Brooks, William Buhrig Ill, Douglas Carson, James Cleland, Kenneth Creech, Philip Curtis IV, Richard Douglas, John Gilston, Edgardo Ines, Ronald Kitlas, Richard Lewis, Eric Lund, Paul Narro, James Oling, James Porter, William Shotley, Edgar Shrode, Roger Steward, William Thomas and Donald White. Their instructor was Anthony Hammett. Lifeboatman/Water Survival - Earning their lifeboatman/water survival endorsement Oct. 25 are (in alphabetical order) Porfirio Amaya, Shwe Aung, Harold Bryan, James Cleland, Hiram Davies, Tesfaye Gebregziagher, Juan Vega and Ranny Westby. Tankerman (PIC) Barge - Inland boatmen ho graduated from the tan erman P C barge class Oct. 25 are (in alphabetical order) Robert Albe, Glay-Burkart, Erik Fabian, Jeffrey Hardy, Robert Joiner, Brian McLarno , Charles Mills, Rene Peinardo, Michael Russo, Anton Sulic, Robert Tierney, Bruce Walsh and Dale Wilson. Their instructor, Mitch Oakley, is at far left. Welding - The twoweek welding course was completed Nov. 8 by (in alphabetical order) Ehtesham Ahmed, Roderick Brown , Joseph Butasek, Clinton Cephas, Albert Dulig , Eric Lund, Paul Narro and Joe Tuata. In the October issue of the LOG, the incorrect photo was used for this Basic Safety Training class. The correct photo is shown above for the participants consisting of Jose Maglalang, Terry McQuillen, Patrick Moore, John Mullon, Richard Naigle, Ahmed Nasser, Vagn Teddy Nielsen, Udjang Nurdjaja, Timothy Peters, Leroy Rawls Jr., Pedro Sellan, Ronald Smith, David Somers, Glen Toledo, Joel Trotter and Dale Wilson. Basic Safety Training Classes llAlllTIME Michael Aikens, Abraham Alfaro, Joseph Arnold, Shwe Aung, Weston Beres, Eric Bourdon, Harold Bryan, Artemio Cespedes, Katherine Craig, Sherry Griffin, Troy Hebert, Charles Huggins Ill, Napthali Lawrence, Brian Lu, Miguel Matos, Alvin Mccants, Jeffrey Mccusker, Mohamed Mohamed, Thomas Muncy, Terence Newman, James Patrick 111 , Raymond Ryan, Michael Sottak, Eric Vieira, Christopher Waldo, David Wiley and Seth Brinson Ill. Richard Bennett, Steve Brannan, Ralph Garner, Ricky Goodman, Donald Grinnell, Michael Guy, Larry Jones, James Keevan, Charles Noell Ill, Jimmie Petmecky, Dwight Reece, Domingo Sesante, Leon Smith, William Tindale, Andre Jennette and William Yore. Their instructor, Stacey Harris, is second from right. (Note: Not all are pictured.) �Volume 64, Number 12 December 2002 SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORTS NMU Pension and Welfare Plan, NMU Pension Plan and Annuity Plan 401 K Plan - page JO Seafarers Pension Trust, Seafarers Money Purchase Pension Plan. Seafarers Vacation Fund, NMU Vacation Plan, NMU Pension Trust page 11 Great Lakes Tug & Dredge Pension Plan. Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan - page 20 e The past few months have been busy ones aboard the Sill-crewed 1st Lt. Jack Lummus. The vessel- the flagship for Compsron Three in the Pacific- is part of the Military Sealift Command's (MSC) prepositioning fleet for the U.S. Marine Corps located in Guam and Saipan. In a letter from Lummus Chief Steward John Fallon,which accompanied the photographs on this page, he notes that the regular duties of the crew members- taking care of more than 60 shipboard personnel (including merchant mariners as well as U.S. Navy and civilian contractors}-were augmented with a number of special events. A change of command ceremony was held Sept. 5 aboard ship in Apra Harbor, Guam. It was truly a team effort on the part of Lummus crew members to coordinate the "white uniform" event in which Capt. Richard Bump replaced Capt. William Daniels as the commanding officer of the Navy's Maritime Prepositioning Ships Squadron 3. According to Fallon, "After the menu was set, the steward department turned to--some two weeks in advance. Cook/Baker Evelyn Tayag took off by baking bread and hors'd'oeuvres. They looked and tasted specPrepa ring tacular. Two nights for the change of before the event, it was co mmand recepall hands in the steward tion are (from top) department prepping the SAs Videl food and decorating all Valasteros and the trays. There were some Shaddad Musa, work18 different menu items." ing on the cold appetizers The day before the event, the into the wee hours of the . chief steward notes, "a giant night; Cook/Baker Evelyn white tent went up on the Tayag , baking decorative serving trays for the appetizers; Chief Cook Cecil Husted, cooking for the party as well as for the more than 60 crew members; and SAs Perry Asuncion and Abdul, creating the hot appetizers. helo deck, and the deck department was fast at work to assist in all the lifts to accomplish this feat. " With the help of the ABs, all the food was carried up to the reception site on the bridge and set up in 45 minutes. And the engine department played a large part, as well, repairing the elevator in time for the celebration. "My hat goes off to the Sill members- a true team that made this event a success," Fallon said. After that successful event, Fallon said he was informed of a shipboard visit by Rear Admiral John M. Stewart Jr., commander, MSC Atlantic and Europe. A special menu was prepared and served, and again, Fallon was grateful for the cooperation of all departments in helping make admiral proud. The one-year anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks was commemorated by Fallon in a written tribute he placed on each table along with an American flag. "Well, I thought the celebrations were over," wrote Fallon, "but then came the best of the best- a barbecue sponsored by our ship's officers, crew and U.S. Navy personnel." The steward department from the Pfc Dewayne T. Williams also shared in the festivities, which were held at the MicroBeach Pavillion in Saipan. Since many of our crew members are married and live in Saipan, it turned into a true family event, with wives and children attending. All had a great time tossing the foot- Capt. Richard Bump cuts into a celebratory cake ball and frisbee , as well as eating and following the change of command ceremony. socializing." He concludes, "As one can surmise, sailing the flagship is a lot of work, but the enjoyment which comes out of that work surpasses the work itself." Right: AB Greg Jackson and Recertified Bosun Bill Bratton get a few minutes of rest after helping erect a tent on the helo deck. • • The hot appetizers (above) and cold appetizers (below) were part of the elegant buffet set up for the change of command ceremony. 1 tribute septentber 11' 200 t d occurred-a direct 2001 the unexpec e menca-our horneOn September 11 , f the' united States ~f A hock in horror, and tt k on the mainland o hatever 1ocat1on,_ ins er~ slaughtered in a ac We all watched from w_ nocent human \Ives w l_an~- belief, as thousands ~fin mber the innocent -lilOl\lZ..-.............."""4 innd:ct of terror/act of ~~-r~ day in history, we r~~~ericans that were 1 1--,,.,,.---r.-----.--=.----:-.---.--.-r-'1:1 a As we remember h0 died the hearts o YPD NYFD . and their who died , the hte~~~~: For the' heroedsPt:~:Syiva~ia-we also pay meant to die , ~u Washington. O C an .d "Let's terparts in w Bush sai · 1 d y and to duty The corn d"d our m1l1tary . art1es to coor i t Roll " and that we ib:hty of the responsible: aware at every cost o 1 s~fullY stifled the a ·n But we must e The tribute (at left) to the heroes of the September 11 terrorist attacks was writ~~~~te th~:~d:-~ ~hi~f: :,resid!~~ GC:~~~e a~dd ~~~es~~d ten by Chief St dJ h ewar o n Fallon and ce n these atrocities aga1 r~ th a mission to p~e- placed on each ~~~ possibilities of the _fu~ne. of compassion ... ~~ every human being table aboard ih1s ~r~~~~~~~~~~an right~ a;:t.f~~11~~vely as sa1l~~r:~:t~~~~ ship, along with serve_ an rth That is our comm1dm to do our part to an American on this ea . are rea y " t fl It I hant mariners , we We'll oehver! that which we mus· ag . a so was ~v11-"Anyt1me, An:n:~r:teadfast is ourfreedom . H shOW sent to his What has rem t d uide us and may e Louisiana at anY cost, ~~~~r p 0 wer protec~ u~:~ s~ec1al d~Y· Congressman, May the fon for us all on this Richard H. Baker. llght and d1rec I Cook/Baker Evelyn Tayag (left) and SA Perry Asuncion fire up the grill during a beach barbecue in Saipan. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 2000-2009 Description An account of the resource Volumes LXII-LXXI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present, Seafarers Log Digital Copies Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. 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Title A name given to the resource December 2002 Description An account of the resource Headlines: SIU-CREWED CORNHUSKER STATE HONORED FOR SUPPORTING 'ENDURING FREEDOM' TACOMA-AREA SEAFARERS WELCOME SIU PRESIDENT AMERICAN TERN JOINS SIU FLEET BOSUNS CREDIT UNION, SCHOOL FOR GREAT CAREER OPPORTUNITIES UNION UPGRADES WEBSITE COUNCIL MEMORIALIZES ED PULVER SIU MEMBERS, CORNHUSKER STATE HONORED FOR SUPPORT OF OPERATION ENDURING FEEDOM UNION, COMPANY OFFICIALS TACKLE KEY SAFETY ISSUES ATLANTIC FOREST REFLAGS U.S. AMERICAN TERN JOINS SIU FLEET CAIN BROTHERS WEAR SUPPORT FOR SPAD ON (COAT) SLEEVES SIU ITF INSPECTORS HELP CREWS COLLECT MORE THAN $550,000 IN BACK WAGES LOG AWARDED 2ND PRIZE FOR LABOR PRESS CONTEST CONGRESS SENDS PORT SECURITY BILL TO PRESIDENT MARAD REPORT FORECASTS INTERMODAL GRIDLOCK INTERNATIONAL SOLIDARITY WORKS AS OMU CAMPAIGN CONTINUES RETIRED NMU PORT AGENT HUMPHREY DIES AT 80 RECERTIFIED BOSUNS SAY UNION, SCHOOL HELP NUDGE MANY ONTO BETTER PATH SIU ACTIVE IN MARINER DOCUMENTATION TALKS AROUND THE PORT OF WILMINGTON TACOMA-AREA SEAFARERS WELCOME SIU PRESIDENT SACCO, EXEC. 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