Executive Vice President's Report

By Anthony Speelman

Let me welcome you to Local 1500's website. I am sure you will find it interesting and very informative.

As the Executive Vice President of UFCW Local 1500 I have a number of responsibilities.

My main responsibility is overseeing the activities of the Field Directors and Union Delegates that service the store. My goal is to see to it that the Field Directors and Delegates provide our members with the service that they deserve.

Often, I am the first person a member speaks with if they call directly into the office seeking assistance. I oversee an incredible team that is very attentive and concerned about the membership, thereby making my job much easier.

I also am in charge of the Local Unions primary fundraiser. For many years, UFCW Local 1500 has been the leading Local when it comes to raising funds for Leukemia Research. In the year 2001, our Union raised over $61,000.

Our staff and members pull together through very "innovative" ideas to raise money. It is common to hear about bowl-a-thons, cruises, car washes, ice cream float stands and bus trips to Atlantic City when it comes to fundraisers sponsored by our Union. I am very proud of the staff and our members as each year we surpass the previous years totals. Each September, we celebrate our

As part of President Both's Executive staff, I also serve on Health and Pension Funds that oversee the financing of our members health benefits and retirement benefits. I am involved with contract negotiations, safety in the stores, political activity and organizing new members.

I am proud to serve President Both and the members of Local 1500 in my current capacity. If I can ever be of any assistance to you, please do not hesitate to call me at 1-800-522-0456 ext 204. Now More than Ever, I am here to serve you.