SAGCD - ILA
The largest maritime union workers in North America
It is now more important than ever to respond to the 2020 Census. Results from the Census helps direct federal dollars to our local communities, schools, roads, and other public services. But, every person needs to be counted in order to get our fair share. The results from the Census also determines the number of …
On Monday, March 23rd, SAGCD-ILA President, Alan Robb, held a Zoom conference with SAGCD Vice Presidents to discuss current concerns and questions across the District. President Robb provided an update on Port Houston conditions after an ILA worker received a positive diagnosis of COVID-19, and gave an overview of conversations and activity happening across the …
Houston is home to the largest economic engine in the world – the Port of Houston. We have a high standard of sustainability, security, and social responsibility. To unify an industry, it’s more than developing ground-breaking infrastructure, creating innovative strategies for supply chains, or providing the valuable workforce to meet the needs of our communities. …
Functioning critical infrastructure is imperative during the response to the COVID-19 emergency for both public health and safety as well as community well-being. Certain critical infrastructure industries have a special responsibility in these times to continue operations. This guidance and accompanying list are intended to support State, Local, and industry partners in identifying the critical infrastructure sectors and the essential …
Effective Immediately. Dispatch processes and procedures should be modified where possible as follows: If you ARE NOT seeking work, please DO NOT come to the Union Hall or Hiring Center. Communicate with your Local or hiring agents by phone, email, or text only. If you ARE seeking work, please spend as little time as possible …
As we celebrate this Thanksgiving holiday, I am so grateful to everyone in the ILA family who has made our success possible. Thank you for your hard work day in and day out. Have a safe, blessed and Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Labor Day to ILA members and all working families! Let us honor the American labor movement and pay tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. As we celebrate Labor Day today, please keep those that may be impacted by Hurricane Dorian in your thoughts and prayers.
Our union way of life extends not only to you, our members, the people we represent, but should extend to everyone we come into contact, including our workers, and where we shop. Many of you will be spending a portion of Labor Day weekend with the grill of your dreams. So when you “meat” up …
Dear Sisters and Brothers, As we approach another Labor Day, I would like to visit with you regarding a few matters that I firmly believe should be part of our DNA as proud, hard-working American union members. We work hard at the bargaining table to fight for a fair days wage for a fair days …
On Saturday, June 8th, the 2019 J. H. “Buddy” Raspberry Scholarship Reception & Awards Luncheon was held at the Marriott Marquis – Houston. This reception marked the 10th year of the event with a total of $120,000 in academic and vocational scholarship funds awarded to 31 recipients. The luncheon began with an invocation by Larry …
We are counting down to July 22, 2019, which will kick off our 55th Quadrennial ILA Convention at The Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood, FL. We have an exciting and informative week planned for you. Please get your registrations completed via the online website(s) to ensure the enjoyment of all attendees. Please note that delegates …
