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Local 320 remembers and celebrates Teamsters who passed away or fallen in 2015. We remember and support law enforcement, first responders and the men and women who served and continue to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces.

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Teamsters at the University of Minnesota are appalled by management's wage proposal of 0.75%. Teamsters are ready to fight to protect and advance their standard of living!

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Teamster sisters and brothers-

Have a safe and outstanding Independence Day!

Thanks to all the men and women who served and continue to serve in the United States Armed Forces. 

Thanks to all the working men and women who make our economy thrive. 

Never forget that the labor movement is the backbone of this entire country and without the workers it falls apart!

In solidarity,

Brian Aldes  

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Have a Great Memorial Day Weekend!

Brothers and sisters,

This Memorial Day Weekend I want to send greetings and best wishes to all Local 320 families. If provided the opportunity, I encourage you to take some time to enjoy the holiday. Always remember that Memorial Day is not just about long weekends, picnics, or welcoming the summer months—it’s about honor and sacrifice.

Memorial Day is a day of remembering the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces—those who fought and died for our freedoms and our way of life. The men and women who served our Nation’s military and continue to serve warrant immense admiration from every single citizen of this great country.

Teamsters Local 320 will never forget the sacrifice of our brave men and women in uniform. We stand in solidarity with those who fight for our freedoms and we shall do so forever!

In solidarity,

Brian Aldes

Secretary-Treasurer

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Please congratulate all of the Teamsters Local 320 Scholarship winners! 

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This week Teamsters Local 320 recognizes and congratulates all peace officers and especially members of the Minnesota Teamsters Law Enforcement League (MNTLEL).

According to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund:

In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15 falls as National Police Week. Established by a joint resolution of Congress in 1962, National Police Week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others.

The sworn men and women of law enforcement are some of the most courageous and determined individuals on the planet. They save lives, protect our communities, and ensure our safety. From time to time we take these brave men and women for granted—which is always wrong, but happens nonetheless. So for Police Week let’s make a solid commitment to honor our sworn law enforcement officers for the exceptional work they do for all of us every single day!

In solidarity,

Brian Aldes

Secretary-Treasurer

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In 1984, President Ronald Reagan signed Proclamation 5187 creating “National Correctional Officers Week.”

In recognition of the contributions of correctional officers to our Nation, the Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 132, has designated the week beginning May 6, 1984, as “National Correctional Officers Week,” and authorized and requested the President to issue an appropriate proclamation.

Teamsters Local 320 supports National Correctional Officers Week, and we encourage all Teamsters to observe this week with adoration for the men and women who work in our nation’s prisons and jails. Corrections is no easy profession: many times it is dangerous, physically and emotionally challenging. But the men and women charged with protecting society from suspected and convicted criminals take their duties seriously.

As a former Correctional Officer, I personally know how hazardous the duties of correctional personnel can be. I have seen the dangers associated with supervising violent offenders.

Teamsters Local 320 proudly represents local Correctional Officers and personnel throughout the state of Minnesota. The second full week of May we honor the men and women who put their lives on the line to keep our communities safe.  

In solidarity,

Brian Aldes

Secretary-Treasurer

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On April 15th, Teamsters at the University of Minnesota marched on the Minneapolis campus to support worker fairness, respect, an honorable contract, and a living wage for all! University employee and Teamster, Naseer Nur, spoke to over 1,000 workers on campus as he described the struggle University workers face every day both economically and administratively. Teamster Mick Kelly said that what the labor movement needs today more than anything is solidarity. And in that spirit Teamsters marched with other labor unions and community groups to the nearest McDonald’s restaurant and stood side-by-side with striking fast food and retail workers.      

Before Teamsters marched on the campus, Local 320 Secretary-Treasurer Brian Aldes addressed the group. Here’s an excerpt from Brian’s comments:  

Teamster Brothers and Sisters,

This is an impressive Teamster turnout. Today, we are part of a growing movement across the United States.

Tens of thousands of workers are taking to the streets to fight for a living wage and union rights. Employees from Target, Best Buy, Wal-Mart, McDonald's and faculty, staff and students from Universities across the country are taking to the streets.

We are fighting for not just a living wage at the University of Minnesota, but we are fighting for labor rights, collective bargaining rights, and a fair work environment for everyone!

This is the beginning of our battle for a fair contract at the University. For too many years, University management has expected its unionized workers to settle for substandard wages. The time has come for that to change!

Today we will join our Union Brothers and Sisters from SEIU, AFSCME and other Unions, along with faculty and student groups here at the University of Minnesota. We are going to let the University and its administration know that we are fed up!

Are we going to make our message loud and clear?

Let's say it like we mean it!

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