(John's note: We have obtain an advance copy of this letter delivered to the District Council this morning).
This will constitute formal notice of action being taken by the United Brotherhood
of Carpenters and Joiners of America (“UBC”), pursuant to its authority under the UBC
Constitution, regarding the New York City District Council of Carpenters (NYCDCC).
Based upon information brought to my attention, it appears that the affairs of
the NYCDCC are being conducted in a manner detrimental to the welfare and best
interests of NYCDCC, the UBC, and its members, and/or contrary to the
provisions and requirements of the UBC Constitution, and that the continued operation
of NYCDCC is in jeopardy.
Specifically, on Wednesday March 27, Review Office (RO) Dennis Walsh, issued a eight count "Notice of Possible Veto" to New York City District Council of Carpenters Executive Secretary-Treasurer Michael Bilello.
After duly considering the information provided, l have determined, pursuant to
my authority under Section 1OH of the UBC Constitution, that an emergency situation
exists regarding the New York City District Council of Carpenters requiring immediate action by the UBC to protect and
preserve the welfare and interests of the membership.
Accordingly, l hereby appoint as
supervisor Frank Spencer, District Vice President, Eastern District, to immediately
assume supervision over New York City District Council of Carpenters.
District Vice President Spencer is hereby granted full supervisory authority,
according to the UBC Constitution and Laws, and the power to assume and exercise
full and complete authority over the conduct of the NYCDCC, including, but
not limited to, the authority to enforce collective bargaining agreements, the authority to
administer all of NYCDCC assets, the authority to appoint assistant supervisors
to assist him in the completion of his duties, the authority to conduct and cancel all
meetings, the authority to remove and hire any and all officers, delegates, stewards and
employees, as may be deemed necessary to insure the proper exercise of the
supervisors authority in carrying out the purposes of the supervision and insuring the
proper functioning of NYCDCC.
Furthermore, all officers and members of NYCDCC are hereby directed to fully cooperate with District Vice President Spencer
and any appointed assistant supervisors.
Furthermore, in accordance with Sections 6D and 1OH of the UBC Constitution,
a hearing will be conducted into the NYCDCC affairs to determine if supervision by
the UBC over the NYCDCC should be continued.
In accordance with Section 1OH of
the UBC Constitution, I will appoint a committee to conduct a hearing. All officials and
members of NYCDCC will be notified of the date, time and place of the hearing,
and advised of their opportunity to appear at the hearing and present testimony, their
views and other evidence regarding the conduct of the affairs of NYCDCC.
I am hereby directing that the New York City District Council of Carpenters
mail to all members a copy of this letter.
Fraternally yours,
UBC General President
PS Have a Happy April Fools Day!
John , that was cold man , although I firmly to expect the REAL DEAL letter to this effect by the end of the week !
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ReplyDeleteVery Irresponsible.
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ReplyDeletethats was cold man
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ReplyDeleteHow can anyone take this guy seriously after this.
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