Join us in protecting our future: Get involved with D.R.I.V.E.
April 24, 2025
We are excited to relaunch our D.R.I.V.E. program (Democrat Republican Independent Voter Education) to improve member involvement in the political process. This program is crucial for safeguarding our jobs and protecting our members, as we cannot use union dues for political contributions.
Here’s why your involvement matters:
Driverless Trucks: The rise of driverless trucks poses significant safety risks and threatens to replace our drivers. This shift not only jeopardizes jobs but also impacts critical funding for our tax structures, health and welfare plans, Social Security, Medicare, and Worker’s Compensation.
Automation: Similar to the concern with driverless technology, the increasing automation in our industry stands to displace workers. It is essential that we come together to advocate for protections against these changes.
Impact on Health and Welfare: The potential decline of jobs and benefits directly affects our health and welfare, pension plans, and overall financial security. These are significant issues that could deeply impact our members in the future.
1099 Business Models: Companies like Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash pose a direct threat to our work. These models fragment the workforce and diminish the quality of jobs, which we must resist to preserve our standards and benefits.
Solid Waste Industries: Solid waste and other local industries rely on our active participation to protect our franchise agreements and job security. Your voice is critical in these discussions.
Voter Registration: We are committed to ensuring that all our members are registered to vote. Your participation in elections helps safeguard your jobs and benefits.
Get Involved!
We strongly encourage everyone to sign up for the D.R.I.V.E. program and contribute to the cause. Together, we can make our voices heard and advocate for policies that protect our livelihoods and promote our interests.
How to Sign Up:
Visit our local office to register for the D.R.I.V.E. program.
Ensure you are registered to vote. Check your registration status and get the information you need to participate in upcoming elections.
Your involvement is vital for our collective future. Let’s work together to protect our rights, jobs, and benefits!
—Marty Frates, Local 70 Secretary-Treasurer
