Membership

4 03, 2016

Urgent Message for Local 79 Members Employed By Turner Construction in 2015

2016-03-04T13:07:20-05:00

Turner Construction has informed Local 79 that it has suffered a data breach and, as a result, personal information of employees that worked for the company in 2015 has been compromised. It takes full responsibility for the disclosure, which was the result of human error. Turner urges its employees to carry out the following steps: Subscribe to a service such as Experian, LifeLock, Identity Guard or similar service to obtain credit monitoring services. Turner will reimburse you for the cost of this service. Contact your credit card and other financial companies you have relationships with to alert them that your identity was [...]

Urgent Message for Local 79 Members Employed By Turner Construction in 20152016-03-04T13:07:20-05:00
9 04, 2015

Local 79 Election Nomination Meeting

2015-04-09T17:01:28-04:00

All Local 79 members are advised that the nomination meeting for the upcoming Local 79 elections will be held on Wednesday, May 6, at 5:00 pm at St. Vartan Church, 630 2nd Avenue.

Local 79 Election Nomination Meeting2015-04-09T17:01:28-04:00
18 12, 2014

Local 79 2014 Holiday Party at Terrace on the Park

2014-12-18T15:24:11-05:00

Local 79's annual holiday party, which for the first year was held at Terrace on the Park in Queens, drew 1100 members, a significant increase from the 750 members at the 2013 party. With beautiful 360 degree views of New York City, Terrace on the Park proved to be a perfect venue for the party. The festive atmosphere was filled with camaraderie, good food, music, and prizes. Most importantly, it provided an opportunity to thank Local 79 members for all they do, and to wish them a happy and healthy holiday season.

Local 79 2014 Holiday Party at Terrace on the Park2014-12-18T15:24:11-05:00
18 12, 2014

Local 79 Healthcare Benefits Expanded as Eligibility Rules Change

2015-02-26T16:42:09-05:00

On January 1, 2015, a major change in Local 79 healthcare eligibility rules will go into effect. Members have received or will soon receive a letter from the Funds describing the change, which will enlarge the pool of Local 79 members who are eligible for healthcare benefits and significantly increase the length of their coverage.  At the same time, the change ushers in a in-depth examination of Local 79’s healthcare plan, which will attempt to align Local 79’s plan with national efforts to focus on preventive care and reduction of overall healthcare costs. Click here to watch Local 79 Business Manager Mike [...]

Local 79 Healthcare Benefits Expanded as Eligibility Rules Change2015-02-26T16:42:09-05:00
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