Brothers and Sisters,

I want to thank all of you for your hard work and dedication this year. Even though we were faced with many challenges, we were able to overcome those challenges and we were successfully able to meet the goals of our company. I understand that the people who build these trucks are the crucial part in making our company successful. Our labor plays a vital part in the day-to-day process in our plant’s success. Even when we were short in manpower, you came in and made it happen. The pride that you put into building those trucks is why the Mt. Holly DTNA plant is second to none. Without you none of this would be possible. Thank you again for your hard work and for playing an essential part in making our company and union successful. While we are blessed to have our job to provide for our family in this economic environment, let us not forget about our brothers and sisters who are currently on lay-off. Please say a prayer for those families during this holiday season. Please reach out to them to see if you can help those that may be in need.

We are currently working on stocking up the food bank at our union hall downtown.

Updates on the food bank will be coming soon.

Have a great Holiday Season and Happy New Year.

In Solidarity,

Ricky McDowell

President/ Shop Chair

UAW Local 5285