Walz to Announce Changes to Business Restrictions Tomorrow

This afternoon, Governor Tim Walz told reporters that he is set to announce a “dial turn” of pandemic-related restrictions on businesses and social gatherings tomorrow at 11:00 a.m. to take effect as early as April. Among the changes, the governor suggested that high school proms and graduations are likely to happen as well as allowing a limited number of spectators to attend professional sporting events. Walz said tomorrow’s announcement is “probably our biggest turn” of the dial.

Brothers and Sisters:

Thank you for your interest in the Organizer position. All interview time slots have been filled and we are no longer accepting applications.

Thank you for all your hard work and stay safe!

Fraternally,

Sam Schultz

Walz Announces Over 90% of Districts and Charter Schools Offering In-Person Learning

This morning, Governor Tim Walz visited a Twin Cities elementary school to announce that 92% of districts and charter schools in Minnesota are offering their students some form of in-person learning.

Brothers & Sisters, 

We are asking for your help! 

As of the January 1st, 2021 Local 34 members and members of other trades have been replaced by out of state contractors at the Marathon Refinery.

We need members to step up and help protect local jobs and our wage & benefit standards.

We need members to stand and banner on shifts, 6:30 a.m. to 11a.m. and 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily.

This request is of the utmost importance.

Please show your support and sign up to represent Local 34 at the Marathon Refinery.

Call the Local 34 office at: 651-312-1245.

Please do not hesitate to call with any questions. 

Thank You!

Sam Schultz (612) 799-9037
Pete Verdeja (612) 790-0933

Attention Brothers and Sisters: 

I will be trying something new on the appointment of the open Organizer position at Local 34. We will be setting up interview times for members interested in the appointed position. Potential candidates will be interviewed by a board panel consisting of Officers of the Local 34 and the Apprenticeship Coordinator.

To be eligible for an interview a member must be a Journeyperson of Local 34 and have been in good standing the last 2 years. Interviews will be conducted by appointment times on Friday March 12, 2021 during normal working hours. The Interview panel will have the option available for in person and online interviews for members.

Applicants must email me their name, registration number, any resume if any (not a requirement) and preference for in person or online interview OR use the online form here after logging in:

 https://www.insulators34.org/organizer-application

Thank you,

Fraternally, 

Samuel Schultz

Minnesota Senate to Take Up Security Funding, Tax Conformity Next Week

Today, Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka (R-East Gull Lake) announced that the Senate will take up two major bills next week – one relating to security funding and other relating to federal tax conformity.

Walz Highlights Arrival of Johnson & Johnson Vaccine in Minnesota

Following a visit at M Health Fairview in Minneapolis to observe the arrival of the first shipment of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine into the state, Governor Walz held a media availability and took questions from reporters.

Legislative Activity for March 1, 2021

Today, the Minnesota Senate passed Senate File 694. This legislation, authored by Senator Gary Dahms (R-Redwood Falls), extends the Minnesota Premium Security Plan, also known as reinsurance, for an additional year. The bill passed 39-28.

State to Vaccinate 70% of Seniors by End of March Before Expanding Vaccine Eligibility

Governor Tim Walz announced today that Minnesota will remain focused on vaccinating most of the state’s seniors before expanding eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine. Governor Walz issued guidance to vaccinate 70% of adults 65 years of age and older before expanding eligibility, and aims to reach this goal by the end of March. The directive is the latest commitment of the Walz-Flanagan Administration to vaccinating seniors and keeping them safe.

Minnesota Department of Health Briefing

This afternoon, officials with the Minnesota Department of Health conducted a media briefing with reporters to update the public on the spread of COVID-19 in the state and discuss COVID-19 vaccination.