IATSE LOCAL 204

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IATSE Local 204
04 June 2020

SUBJECT: "Forgiveness of 3rd Qtr Dues"

Brothers and Sisters of Local 204,

I would like to take this opportunity to let each of you know that you've been in my thoughts and prayers.
I hope you and your families are all well and safe.

It has been almost 3 months since we were together. This FLU Pandemic has changed us and the ability to work at our craft for the foreseeable future! Events have been postponed or entirely cancelled and our opportunity to provide our specialized labor force has been non-existent. Our industry client's have experienced devastating
losses and only time will tell on the complete impact it will have.

The International has had discussion about Dues and Dues Forgiveness and has decided to waive the 3rd Quarter per capita and credit our account based on our 2nd Qtr report. Linda contacted the 6th District Secretary
and they are also waiving the 6th District 3rd Quarter Dues.
The AFL-CIO was also contacted and they decided not to forgive any dues.

With that information and guidance, we are following through in good faith as well and forgiving the
3rd Qtr Dues of Local 204 members that are in good standing. Members that have already paid
their 3rd Qtr dues of $85.00 wil lbe reimbursed, and the members that have not paid their
Dues yet for 3rd quarter will be sent their 3rd Qtr stamp.

This decision might not make much difference to some, but it could remove a little stress from others that are
trying to stretch and adjust their budgets to meet their financial oblations. I am prayerful that
our work opportunities,our industry, and our clients will start to see some movement soon.

Please know myself and your Executive Board will do our best to keep you informed and updated
on any changes or improvements to our situation.

Sincerely,

Kenneth E. Montgomery
President, IATSE Local 204

4/15/2020
Brothers and Sisters of Local 204,

Just taking a minute to reach out to each of you with this message....
As of today, our work calendar is sadly empty. I know this shut down has been difficult and affected each of us. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you and your families as we navigate through these very confusing times. Hopefully this will end sooner than later and we can get back to what we do best! Let’s be ready! I hope you are all as ready as I am.
The "IATSE News" link on our page (above) has the international’s latest info/guidance ... so keep a watch on it.
Please keep in mind, we’re all in this together. Let’s check in on and continue to encourage each other.
It’s an honor to serve as your President.
Ken

FROM PRESIDENT MONTGOMERY...
1ST QUARTER "PENALTIES" WILL NOT BE CHARGED TO MEMBERS
WHO HAVE NOT YET PAID THEIR 1ST QUARTER DUES.
2ND QTR DUES ARE STILL DUE AS SCHEDULED,
however, late fees and penalties will not be appied.

RELIEF LINKS:

CONGRESS PASSES 'CARES" ACT PROVIDING
IMMEDIATE ECONOMIC RELIEF FOR ENTERTAINMENT WORKERS:

In this challenging time, we are pleased to highlight the below press release
regarding the successful passage of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief,
and Economic Security “CARES” Act by Congress:

https://www.iatse.net/news/congress-passes-cares-act-providing-immediate-economic-relief-entertainment-workers

In addition, here is the National Employment Law Project factsheet
on the unemployment provisions in the “CARES” Act:

https://www.nelp.org/publication/unemployment-insurance-provisions-coronavirus-aid-relief-economic-security-cares-act/

This bill will provide tangible and immediate economic relief for entertainment workers across the United States. Most notably, the bill increases and extends unemployment benefits, sends one time direct payments, establishes the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program for those who would otherwise not qualify, and increases federal arts funding.

While many entertainment workers were not eligible for the relief in earlier pieces of COVID-19 legislation, we won access to economic relief through over 107,000 emails by IATSE members and allies, calls, social media posts, and other outreach to Members of Congress. Thank you to all of you who emailed your legislators and facilitated outreach to have your brothers, sisters, and kin do the same. We all share in this victory.

A MESSAGE FROM OUR LOCAL 204 PRESIDENT
"A CALL TO COMPASSION & BROTHERLY LOVE"

I am very encouraged that the International
has developed a program that aligns with the way most
of us should already be treating our brothers
and sisters, as well as the more vulnerable among us.
I’m prayerful this isn’t a new concept for us.

I have several seniors on my street and have stayed in contact

with each one by phone, as well as having done their
shopping for essentials.   l’m adding the below solicitation from
"The International for "C.A.R.E.S. Volunteers" to our Facebook Page as well.
We always need to be looking out for and caring for one another.
This is a good reminder for all of us to serve/continue serving,
especially more so during times of increased anxiety, insecurity,
and stress. My continued prayers are with our
Local 204 Brothers/Sisters/Family. Please don't hesitate
to reach out to us if you have any concerns.

Ken Montgomery
President


A MESSAGE FROM:  "IATSE C.A.R.E.S. Task Force"

Dear IATSE members,
With COVID-19 ravaging communities and industries across the world,
we need to provide support to our most at-risk, elderly, and disabled members. To that end, the International has launched C.A.R.E.S.
(Coronavirus Active Response and Engagement Service),
a new initiative to organize mutual aid amongst us for
the most vulnerable of our sisters and brothers.
Our efforts will be centered around a new website: iatsecares.org.
The initiative establishes a “Buddy System”, where members in need
may request for a volunteer to call them at the
frequency of their choice.
The initiative also establishes a delivery system,
where members in need can have a trusted volunteer
deliver groceries, prescriptions, and other necessary
supplies within 72 hours.
But for this to work, first we need volunteers to help.
Can you register to volunteer on our new site?
Sign up to volunteer here.
Once we get a large enough volunteer base to support
our mutual aid efforts we will begin rolling out the site
to the broader membership to reach members in need!
In solidarity,
The IATSE C.A.R.E.S. Task Force

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"This is a devastating time for the entire IA family,"
Please keep everyone in our industry in your prayers. Remember, we are all
about “activism” for our workers. Let’s not sit down and rest during
this time of chaos and concern that is affecting all of us.

HOLLYWOODREPORTER.COM
Estimated 120,000 Entertainment Industry Crew Jobs Lost During Pandemic
IATSE guilds represent cinematographers, editors, production designers and sound professionals.

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*** POSTPONED ***
TO A LATER DATE - TBD
Theatrical Rigging & Counterweight Systems
that was scheduled for Maumelle High School Performing Arts Center

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FROM THE RIGGERS TOOLKIT:

FLOOR MARKING POINTS -
MARKINGS TO BUILD STEEL

TRAINING
RANDOMS

RIGGING FUNDAMENTALS

BOWLINE
PLACEMENT
ON
THE SHACKLE
OF THE
5FT BASKET

ETHICS "101"

GATHERING
THE
GOODS

READING THE FLOOR
STEEL COLORS/LENGTHS
FALL ARRESTS
DEADHANGS

GONE FROM SIGHT BUT NOT FORGOTTEN -
Please visit our Members Memorial Page (above)

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