He also prepared the unions responses to various agencies proposals for rulemakings and proposed rules, and prepared responses to petitions for waiver from compliance with FRA regulations. He was then elected Chairman of the WGCA in 2012. (216) 241-2630Fax: (216) 241-6516 Brother Verna began working full time for the BLET National Division on August 1, 2011, when he was appointed to the position of Director of Regulatory Affairs by BLET National President Dennis R. Pierce. Peter M. Semenek was elected by acclamation to the office of National Vice President at the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmens (BLET) Fifth National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, on October 5, 2022. Brother Crow has served on the Executive Board of the former BLET Western General Chairmans Association (WGCA) from 2013-2020. The BLET takes the privacy of the Union and Union Members data very seriously. He was elected by acclamation to the office of National Vice President at the BLETs Fifth National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, on October 5, 2022. Departments In 2006, he again served as a Delegate representing Division 421 at the BLETs First National Convention in 2006. All coverages and limits are subject to the terms, definitions, exclusions and conditions in the policy. Safety Task Force Tag: National Agreement. As we move forward, I am asking you to stay involved in your Union. Upcoming Events As per our Constitution & By-Laws, Article IV (Representation). Vice President Fannon has served the National Division as Assistant Coordinator of the Safety Task Force. In 2014, Brother Holdcraft was elected Seventh Alternate Vice President at the BLETs Third National Convention in Las Vegas. Vincent G. Verna is Vice President and National Legislative Representative (VP&NLR) of the 57,000-member Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET), a Division of the Rail Conference, International Brotherhood of Teamsters. Pursuant to the BLET Bylaws, the Rules for the 2022 BLET National Division Officers Approximately 475 delegates will represent nearly 34,000 active locomotive engineers and trainmen throughout the United States. He follows in the footsteps of his father, Ray C. Wallace, who was a locomotive engineer, Local Chairman, and General Chairman of the NS Southern Lines from 1986-2008. He represented Division 659 on the New York State Legislative Board from 1989 through 1997, and then represented Division 421 in that same capacity for several years. Brother Driscoll is a third generation railroader, following in the footsteps of his grandfather who served as a clerk on the New York Central and his father who was an Assistant Superintendent at Conrail. He was elected by acclamation to his first term at the BLETs Third National Convention in 2014. Ive been with LECMPA for 11 years. INDEPENDENCE, Ohio, August 16 The BLET National Division is pleased to announce the dates and locations of its 2022 regional meetings: June 13-17 in Denver, Colorado; and August 1-5 in Baltimore, Maryland. Once completed, print and sign the application and forward to your BLET Division Secretary-Treasurer for processing. Brother Crow and his brother, Randall J. He was elected unanimously by the BLET Advisory Board to serve a partial term as Trustee effective February 1, 2018, and was reelected by acclamation to continue serving in that role at the BLETs Fourth National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, on October 3, 2018. Union Plus, BLET News Union Plus, BLET News The BLET also agreed -- in its national and on-property agreements -- that newly hired engineers continue to receive lower entry-level pay. Public Relations The convention will begin on Monday, October 10 and will be held at He has held continuous membership in BLET Division 404 since June 1, 1999. Delegate registration for the BLETs Fifth National Convention will take place on Sunday, October 9, 2022. Each local auxiliary in good standing (up-to-date with all dues and fees), and He is a third-generation railroader. The convention will begin on Monday, October 10 and will be held at Bally's Las Vegas Hotel and Casino, 3645 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, Nevada 89109. In 2007, Vice President Semenek was elected to the office of 1st Vice General Chairman for the CP Rail System/U.S. My hobbies include travel, property rehabilitation, and spending time with family. Upcoming Events Vice President Gibbons also was the Host Chairman of the 2003 Southwestern Convention Meeting in Branson, Missouri. While serving as General Chairman Brother Semenek was elected by his fellow General Chairmen to lead the Western General Chairmens Association in May of 2019. Brother Verna began serving as VP&NLR on November 5, 2020. Kyle J. Bagby is a National Division Trustee of the 57,000-member Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET), a Division of the Rail Conference, International Brotherhood of Teamsters. All Rights Reserved. Election Rules & Forms, Organizing Becoming a Member His report focused on the Tentative National Freight Agreement and a call for unity now and in the days to come. He was elected by acclamation to the General Chairmans position on May 8, 2012, and again in 2016. Brother Lyons has served the National Division in various capacities. Delegate Login. Merchandise Arbitration In 2014, he was elected by acclamation to the office of Fourth Alternate National Vice President at the BLETs Third National Convention. The video was played prior to each morning's session during the Fifth National Convention, October 10-14, 2022. Vice President Gibbons comes from a long line of railroaders in his family. Brother Wallace also was elected as Ninth Alternate Vice President at the 2001 Convention and First Alternate Vice President in 2014. Accidental Death & Dismemberment I was a LECMPA policyholder myself and Im personally committed to making sure my union brothers and sisters are aware of the peace of mind our coverage can provide. His father Fred retired as a conductor from UP in 2010 after 48 years of service. In addition to the link allowing delegates, visitors and guest to make hotel and airport ground transportation reservations, the new website also contains weather information for the Las Vegas area. FRA Certification Helpline: (216) 694-0240, National Division Our Association was proud to attend the BLET Fifth National Convention, which was held in Las Vegas, Nevada. Several invited dignitaries will address Vice PresidentDepartment Head BLET Passenger Department. BLET's change from delegate elections in convention to rank and file elections of National Division Officers was . Health & Welfare As with the past regional meetings, the 2022 meetings will be arranged on a Monday through Friday schedule. June 26-30, 2023. Accidental Death & Dismemberment We save homes and families what could be better? Gain instant access to your member data and update your home mailing address, email and other personal contact information. Delegates will also hear reports from various BLET officers. (Source: Bloomberg, February 15, 2023) Nearly two weeks after a train carrying carcinogenic chemicals derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, the extent of the damage to the nearby community is still unclear. In 2018, Brother Driscoll was elected by acclamation to serve as Fifth Alternate National Vice President at the BLETs Fourth National Convention in Las Vegas. In 1998, he completed his locomotive engineer training and attained seniority as a locomotive engineer. Arbitration Short Term Disability The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen, the founding member of the Teamsters Rail Conference, conducted the ballot count for the 2022 Election of BLET National Division Officers on Monday, December 12, 2022. Accidental Death & Dismemberment INDEPENDENCE, Ohio, April 18 As all Local Divisions, General Committees and State Legislative Boards were advised on January 4, 2022, the BLETs Fifth National Convention My free time is mostly spent following my daughter from softball field to softball field as she tries to earn her college scholarship. He was elected to office by acclamation at the BLETs Fifth National Convention on October 12, 2022. In 2009, Brother Lyons was nominated and elected to the GCAs Second Vice General Chairman office, a full-time position that required him to relocate to Florida. Online Services His brother, Jerry, was a fireman with Penn Central/Conrail who served as a Local Chairman of the United Transportation Union from 1970 to 1979. Brother Wallace began his railroad career as a carman with Norfolk Southern in 1993 and transferred to the craft of conductor in 1996. . Independence, Ohio 44131 He was elected by acclamation to the office of National Vice President at the unions Fourth National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, on October 3, 2018. He continued in both positions until becoming Division 28s Legislative Representative in 2006 and full-time Local Chairman in 2008. I was a yardmaster in South Oakland, MTO in Stockton, CA, and a Senior MTO in Roseville, CA. BLET delegates showed their generosity at the Fifth National Convention on October 13, donating money to help the family of a fallen Brother. Safety Task Force Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen 7061 East Pleasant Valley Road Brother Wallace began his service to the union immediately after joining Division 267. (216) 241-2630Fax: (216) 241-6516 LAS VEGAS, October 19 Delegates on October 13 heard farewell addresses from retiring National Division officers Lee Pruitt and Mike Priester as the Fifth National Convention of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) came to a close. He was elected by acclamation to the office of First Alternate VP&NLR at the BLETs Third National Convention in Las Vegas on October 1, 2014. He earned promotion to locomotive engineer on May 31, 1994, in his hometown of Abbeville, S.C. During the course of his career, Brother Best has participated in various positions with the BLET and in every facet of membership representation at each level. Brother Bagby is currently serving the BLET as First Vice General Chairman for the Union Pacific-Central Region General Committee of Adjustment (GCA), which represents 19 Divisions and more than 1,200 members. The convention featured a full slate of presentations and special guests, including sessions led by a series of esteemed special guests, including: LECMPA would like to congratulate BLET on another successful convention and continues to stand in solidarity with union brothers and sisters across North America. The visitors section also contains links for hotel room and airport ground transportation reservations. Critical Illness & Accident Insurance My wife Donna and I have four sons, Jeremy, Sean, Cody, and Jerry. He was nominated to office at the BLETs Fifth National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, on October 12, 2022, and he was subsequently elected by acclamation to the unions highest office in an election that was certified on December 19, 2022. National Legislative Office He is assigned as Vice President to the current National Wage Team. The new website has numerous sections containing news and other information for delegates, visitors and vendors. He began serving the GCA in 2012 when he was elected to the office of 1st Vice General Chairman. Vice President Safety Task ForceDepartment Head BLET Department of Internal Organizing, Mobilizing and Strategic PlanningDepartment Head Short Line/Organizing Department. The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) is a Division of the Rail Conference of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT). History He is currently an active member of BLET Division 267 (Asheville, N.C.), having joined the Brotherhood on February 1, 1997. The convention was kicked off by the Report of the National President, delivered by BLET National President Dennis R. Pierce during the morning session of the BLET's Fifth National Convention on October 10. In 2011, he was elected to Vice General Chairman of the Conrail/CSXT Northern District GCA, later elevating to Alternate Vice General Chairman of the GCA in 2014. Prior to his railroad career, Brother Lyons attended Eastern Kentucky University, where he studied Fire Science Engineering. We maintain physical, electronic and procedural safeguards to protect members private information in a manner that exceeds industry standards. He also holds a degree in Labor Studies. Patrick T. Driscoll is National Division Trustee of the 57,500-member Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET), a Division of the Rail Conference, International Brotherhood of Teamsters. He earned promotion to locomotive engineer in 1997 and joined BLET Division 60 on October 1, 1997. BLET Auxiliary Daily Headlines Newsletters National Division; Safety Third. 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