Welcome to another episode of, How Does That Work? a special series within the Grit Nation podcast, built to help listeners understand the numerous services, benefits and training available to them as dues paying union members. 

On todays show we will be discussing the structure of union meetings and the merits of attending them. For many people, going to a union meeting can feel a bit intimidating at first. I remember clearly feeling out of place and confused my first meeting. Fortunately, that feeling passed as I began to better understand the need for the various protocols and procedures.

To help us understand how union meeting work we will be talking with Paul Richter, Vice President of the Local 1503.

Paul and I will open our conversation by discussing the importance of these monthly get togethers and why he feels they resemble a typical family dinner.

Next, we’ll look into how union meetings mix tradition with parliamentary process to efficiently conduct business on behalf of the membership. 

Later we’ll look into what minutes, motions and good of the order are, and how each contributes to keep members informed and engaged. 

We’ll, then take a deep dive into how motions are used to move new business forward as well as the importance of attending your local meeting so that you have a say in the decisions that are being made on your behalf.

And we’ll end our conversation by giving you the information you need to be a more active participant at your next meeting.

The Show Notes

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