DC 82 Spring 2026 Digital Newsletter
Tadd Tratar Shawn Thesis Jordan Fry Jack Carlson Teresa Ellis Jon Pietz Scott Parker Tony Mcgarvey Art Hill Welcome New Members FTIUM Care Team In Memoriam FROM THE DESK OF JEFF STARK Business Manager/Secretary-Treasurer The Building Union Member Power (BUMP) program that has rolled out across District Council 82 has opened the eyes of so […]
2026 Scholarship Opportunities for DC 82 Members and their Families
As a member of District Council 82, you and your dependents are eligible to apply for multiple scholarships to help ease the financial burden of pursuing higher education. 2026 Minnesota AFL-CIO Scholarship The Minnesota AFL-CIO Scholarship will be awarded to five recipients. Four scholarships will be awarded to union members or their dependents graduating from […]
Honoring Black History Month 2026
Black labor leaders have been the backbone in advancing workers’ rights, racial equality, and economic justice throughout American history. Here are organizers and activists you ought to know and strive to emulate. These champions not only fought for fair wages and safer working conditions but also confronted deeply-rooted systems of discrimination and exclusion. Their impact […]
BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHT: Marquavious “Memphis” Irving
Brother Marquavious “Memphis” Irving is a Journeyman Glazier with DC 82 who takes pride in his trade and in being involved beyond just the job site, by supporting his union and its members. What is your trade / job title? I am a Journeyman Union Glazier and an active member of DC 82. I take […]
Start 2026 on the right foot with the Care Team!
This time of year, many of us make resolutions to improve our health, whether that means eating healthier foods, improving our relationship with food, quitting tobacco use, limiting alcohol consumption, and getting more healthy movement. These goals may seem daunting, but with the right tools, you can make them a reality. The Care Team’s health […]
Take care of your health this holiday season
The holiday season can be a joyous and busy time. Amid the rush, the endless todos, and the holiday stress, it’s important to take care of your mental and physical health. Staying active, eating well, prioritizing sleep, and cutting back on caffeine, tobacco, and alcohol can help manage the extra stressors of the season. 📞 […]
Manage your Diabetes with the Care Team
November 14 is World Diabetes Day, an initiative to raise awareness about treatment, care, and support for people living with diabetes. More than 37 million people in the US are diabetic, and 1 in 5 people with diabetes do not know they have it. Diabetes can have serious negative health effects. It is a major […]
Celebrating Our DC 82 Veterans
This Veterans Day, we’re celebrating two outstanding members who have served our country. Kayle Witzman Kayle is a DC 82 painter and a former member of the Army National Guard, where she served for 8 years. She also served in the Army Reserves for 3 years. What brought her to the union finishing trades were […]
Take care of all of your Mental Health needs with the Care Team
Today is World Mental Health Day, an international day of awareness and action established by the World Federation of Mental Health in 1992. This day reminds us that mental health is just as important as physical health, and that no one should have to face challenges alone. We encourage you to: If you are struggling, […]
DC 82 Summer Digital Newsletter
Jeff Stark Business Manager/Secretary-Treasurer, IUPAT District Council 82 One of the great benefits of our Healthcare Insurance is the addition of TEAM. TEAM is a resource largely untapped by the members and their dependents. Several years ago, I remember looking online for a primary care physician and not really knowing what I was looking for. […]