NTEU is widely known as a highly-focused, smart, tough organization, well-respected for its knowledge of federal employee issues. The union’s record of success comes from its determination to work with federal agencies, with Congress, and in the courts to protect, promote and expand the rights of those it represents.
Since 1938, NTEU has been driven by the principle that every federal employee should be treated with dignity and respect. In that time, NTEU has grown to represent some 150,000 bargaining unit employees in 31 federal agencies and departments. NTEU members are represented by an experienced and professional staff in Washington, D.C., seven field offices across the nation and highly-trained, dedicated local leaders in their workplaces.
NTEU Chapter 173
Chapter President Robert Holland
Hello Chapter 173! As many of you know, I am Robert Holland. First, I want to thank you for electing me President of the Chapter, it is truly an honor to be here. The journey with the union has been an exciting and effective one in the last 6 years and I hope to continue to build on that success. Second, for those of you who don’t know me as well, let me tell you a little bit about myself and why I ran for President of Chapter 173. I take this position very seriously and understand the full responsibility that it entails. I want to assure you that the chapter has my full commitment when it comes to protecting its members rights. I take pride in this position, everybody deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. I believe that respect isn’t owed, it is earned, regardless of what your responsibilities are. I hope over the last 6 years I have earned your respect and looking forward, I understand that I must also do everything I can to continue earning your respect. It’s only been a short period of time since I have been in this position, but with that said, there’s already been major accomplishments. The BR&P was completed early at the land border and at the Airport, we completed the first Live BR&P with great success. The land border completed, for a second year in a row, the Live Annual Leave bid. At the trade office we promoted Chewana Lee to being a Chief Steward which has already yielded positive results. Her hard work has opened the door for a 3rd day of telework being approved by an arbitrator. To make our workplace better is the goal of our Chapter. We are always looking for ways to improve the environment and create a place that people are proud of. I understand, however, that I don’t have all the answers, I don’t know all the problems. With that in mind, to improve the workplace, I’ll need your assistance. If you have issues, please bring them to an NTEU Steward. If you have an idea that you think will make the work day better, pull a Steward aside and explain it to them. If you see me out, pull me aside and we will discuss. I make it a point to be available throughout the port on a daily basis, please don’t hesitate to stop me and discuss any issues, that’s why I am here, for you. In closing, I want thank you for your support and more importantly to thank you for all that you do on a daily basis.
Since 1938, NTEU has been driven by the principle that every federal employee should be treated with dignity and respect. In that time, NTEU has grown to represent some 150,000 bargaining unit employees in 31 federal agencies and departments. NTEU members are represented by an experienced and professional staff in Washington, D.C., seven field offices across the nation and highly-trained, dedicated local leaders in their workplaces.
NTEU Chapter 173
Chapter President Robert Holland
Hello Chapter 173! As many of you know, I am Robert Holland. First, I want to thank you for electing me President of the Chapter, it is truly an honor to be here. The journey with the union has been an exciting and effective one in the last 6 years and I hope to continue to build on that success. Second, for those of you who don’t know me as well, let me tell you a little bit about myself and why I ran for President of Chapter 173. I take this position very seriously and understand the full responsibility that it entails. I want to assure you that the chapter has my full commitment when it comes to protecting its members rights. I take pride in this position, everybody deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. I believe that respect isn’t owed, it is earned, regardless of what your responsibilities are. I hope over the last 6 years I have earned your respect and looking forward, I understand that I must also do everything I can to continue earning your respect. It’s only been a short period of time since I have been in this position, but with that said, there’s already been major accomplishments. The BR&P was completed early at the land border and at the Airport, we completed the first Live BR&P with great success. The land border completed, for a second year in a row, the Live Annual Leave bid. At the trade office we promoted Chewana Lee to being a Chief Steward which has already yielded positive results. Her hard work has opened the door for a 3rd day of telework being approved by an arbitrator. To make our workplace better is the goal of our Chapter. We are always looking for ways to improve the environment and create a place that people are proud of. I understand, however, that I don’t have all the answers, I don’t know all the problems. With that in mind, to improve the workplace, I’ll need your assistance. If you have issues, please bring them to an NTEU Steward. If you have an idea that you think will make the work day better, pull a Steward aside and explain it to them. If you see me out, pull me aside and we will discuss. I make it a point to be available throughout the port on a daily basis, please don’t hesitate to stop me and discuss any issues, that’s why I am here, for you. In closing, I want thank you for your support and more importantly to thank you for all that you do on a daily basis.