[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 133 (Thursday, September 25, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1892]
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 HONORING THE CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY OF ALAMEDA COUNTY TEAMSTERS LOCAL 
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                        HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 25, 2003

  Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Teamsters 
Local 70's Centennial celebration on Saturday, September 27, 2003. For 
100 years, the Brotherhood of Teamsters, Auto Truck Drivers, Line 
Drivers, Car Haulers and Helpers Local 70 of Alameda County has 
championed the rights of workers. Local 70 is headquartered in Oakland, 
California and has jurisdiction in Alameda County. It was first 
chartered October 1, 1903.
  Local 70 has thrived under the leadership of Chuck Mack. Mack was 
first elected Business Agent at Local 70 in 1966. He became Secretary-
Treasurer in 1972. During his years of leadership, the Local has been 
recognized for its militancy and defense of its members. It has a 
reputation with unions and employers alike as one of the strongest, 
aggressive locals in the country.
  Mack, during his career, has chaired Joint Council 7 Freight 
negotiations. This Supplement is among the finest in the nation. He has 
also brought to his members in freight, solid waste disposal and UPS, a 
health and welfare program second to none. Perhaps his proudest 
accomplishment is obtaining pension benefits for workers. Mack has 
fought tooth and nail for early retirement. His efforts were 
instrumental in obtaining the ``80 and Out'' in the Western states.
  For 100 years, Local 70 has championed the rights of workers. Through 
collective bargaining, the Local continues to deliver to members and 
their families some of the best health and welfare and pension plans in 
the nation.
  Organizing is also a priority. Mack, the officials, and members of 
Local 70 have been on the street, at the terminal gates, bringing the 
benefits of Teamster membership to nonunion workers.
  Local 70 has been a force in the political arena with the goal of 
improving the conditions of all workers through legislation and 
activism.
  Local 70's presence has been felt in the community. Whether it is 
youth activities, food banks or helping other unions, the Local's rank 
and file as well as their officers and officials are quick to 
volunteer. They represent Local 70 with pride.
  I extend heartiest congratulations and best wishes to Local 70 for 
100 years of service.

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