10.14.24 – APFA ORD Base Brief – October 14, 2024

Monday, October 14, 2024

Happy October, Chicago!

With the leaves changing and falling from the trees, fall is truly upon us.

In our last base brief, we referenced the time is here to vote nationally and locally. In no way were we pushing a democratic agenda. We apologize if that was the impression. Whether you are a Democrat, Republican, Liberal or undecided, please just get out and vote. Vote for the people who will best represent YOUR best interest.

Thank you to all who caught the error in our October 6 brief. Yes, the critical period for attendance is November 27-December 1st. Eligible days for Holiday Pay (CBA.3.K.) include:

• Wednesday before Thanksgiving.
• Thanksgiving Day.
• Sunday following Thanksgiving Day.
• Monday following Thanksgiving Day.

APFA Board Meeting

This week, APFA Base Presidents and Vice Presidents will be in Dallas to meet with the National Officers to discuss the state of the union, the recent ratification of the CBA and how to uphold and protect our long-fought CBA moving forward.

While we represent our respective bases, we also look at the union as a whole. We speak with many of you about your issues at base, issues with the company, or suggestions and/or concerns you may have with the union. Chicago is a vocal base, and we appreciate hearing from you. Your input, concerns and experiences are the basis of how we represent Chicago.

Meetings or Phone Calls From Management

If you receive a phone call from your Crew Attendance Manager (CAM) or Crew Manager (CM) and the topic is a meeting, PW (pay withheld) removal, or they are questioning your attendance, do not hesitate to reach out to local APFA or ask the manager to pause the conversation until APFA has been contacted. Sometimes people feel as if they can’t reach out to the union in that moment, but you absolutely can, it is your right. Email or call us, we are here to help you and provide guidance.

APFA Training

Last weekend, ORD APFA hosted a targeted training on the rescheduling language in our CBA. This language remained consistent from our JCBA to the new CBA – which helps people understand the language moving forward. We will notify you of our next ORD training and topics.

Blue Line El Survey
The CTA has released a public survey. It seems they are trying to commit to improved rider experience and service. If you utilize the CTA, feel free to participate and let’s see if your thoughts and experiences will aid in their future planning.

https://www.research.net/r/CTAStrategicPlan

AFA Support

In our contract negotiations, we were able to push American farther in part because we had the support of our fellow Unions. This support is mutual. This week, on October 17th if you are able, please join AFA for an informational picketing event at Willis Tower in downtown Chicago. If you can, go support our Chicago family. They always support us!

Union Strong! Support United Flight Attendants – October 17th Willis Tower Day of Action

Join United Flight Attendants on October 17th in Chicago, IL, for an Informational Picketing event at Willis Tower from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM.

On August 28th, United Flight Attendants voted 99.99% yes, with 90.21% participating, on strike authorization should management fail to agree to significant improvements. Standing firm against corporate greed, delays, and management’s concessionary proposals, Flight Attendants are taking their contract fight directly to the front steps of United Airlines Headquarters.

Flight Attendants at United are fired up and ready to show United management they will do whatever it takes to secure the industry-leading Contract that they have earned and are ready for NOW.

The Association of Flight Attendants (AFA) is inviting all Unions and organizations across the greater Chicago area to demonstrate the power of Union solidarity and join them on October 17th.

Important Details:

• Informational Picketing will be from 12:30 PM CT to 2:30 PM CT on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at Willis Tower – 233 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606
• AFA is providing bus transportation from the Rosemont/O’Hare area:
  • Busses will leave from the Hyatt Rosemont Hotel at 11:15 AM CT
  • Return busses will depart Willis Tower at 2:30 pm CT and drop-off at the Hyatt Rosemont & O’Hare Airport.

RSVP HERE to join United Flight Attendants on October 17th!

In Solidarity,

Dray Howard
APFA ORD Base President
(630) 215-8410
[email protected]

Justin Patterson
APFA ORD Base Vice President
(509) 720-0067
[email protected]