As some may be aware I was required to attend an arbitration hearing on Thursday 11th, 2008, with respect to Conductor Only Pension Credits at Moncton, N.B. (arriving home late last night). As such this is the first opportunity to publicly advise everyone that, if nominated, I will stand for the Office of Transition Director.
Although I previously made my intentions known to my “former” Local Chairperson (by email), I believe it is appropriate, now that the nominations have been called, to publicly make my intentions known.
In stating my intentions I would respectfully request and seek the support of all the Local Chairpersons eligible to vote.
Given the time frame in which the elections will be conducted I will not have the opportunity to talk with each and every Local Chairperson however if any would wish to talk with me (on any matter) they can contact me at my home at 1-705-779-3590. If I am not available please leave a message with a return phone number and I will return the call as soon as possible.
At this time I would like to thank all those people that have requested and support me seeking this Office;
Former colleagues
Present and Former GCAs
Local Chairpersons
And Members
I would also like to thank my friend Garth Bates who wrote me on September 4th, 2008 stating in part;
“Dear Rex,
…I have read on the internet the TCRC’s plan for holding elections at all the various levels of our former organization and I agree with that decision whole heartedly.
The purpose of this letter is to encourage you to run for the position of “Craft Director”. I believe this position is designed to be the former Vice-President equivalent.
Over the last year I have worked with you on a number of issues and I have appreciated your advice and insight.
I believe the members would be well served if you were to be successful in running for this position.
Not only am I encouraging you to run for the position but I want you to know as a friend and colleague I am prepared to give you whatever assistance you may require to run a successful campaign...
…Also, I would consider it an honour and a privilege to nominate you for the position when the nomination papers are out on the property.
In closing Rex I wish you good luck and God speed should you decided to run.
In Solidarity,
Garth Bates,
Former UTU Vice-President/Canadian Legislative Director “
In closing, I look forward to assisting the TCRC and the membership in whatever capacity.
Best regards and in solidarity,
Rex Beatty
