Brothers and Sisters,

                The proposal to purchase the building adjacent to our headquarters building was not accepted by the general membership.  The final tally was 79 to 50.  The Suitland Civic Association has made a counter offer.  As a result, President Jenkins has called a Special Order of Business in May to consider the counter proposal.

                Contract negotiations are progressing in the Richmond, Roanoke, Cumberland, and Norfolk areas.  To date, production contracts have been ratified with Potomac Metals in Cumberland and Cushing Mfg. in Richmond.     

                In addition to the proposal to consider the building purchase counter offer, there will also be a Special Order of Business to vote on proposed dues increase for Classified Workers.  This proposal will only affect Classified Workers.  All areas will vote on the proposals at their May meeting.  The final vote and combined tally will take place at the May General Meeting.

                Local Union Trustee nominees are William E. Allen, John Balazek, and Stephen Chaffee.  This election will also take place at your May meeting, so please try to attend.