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Post by fedupincharleston on Oct 25, 2009 22:12:17 GMT -5
The Teamsters are not welcome or trusted here in Charleston, South Carolina anymore. Been there, done that, they screwed us big time. The Teamsters left truckers to answer to the companies after supporting their union activities then never came back. If we deal with another union it will be the "Charleston Five" ILA local that has helped truckers at this port over the many years.
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Post by dieseljockey on Oct 26, 2009 20:38:29 GMT -5
The port situation is enough to push some guys into going postal inside the gates. Wonder if the TWIC card has a profile category for that? Now we end up getting screwed by the very union (Teamsters) that swore they were going to work with us on a plan to help owner drivers. What a BAD joke that has turned out to be  |
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Post by concernedvirginiadriver on Nov 7, 2009 14:21:34 GMT -5
What can we do to stop this Teamsters plan to ban us from the terminals?
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Post by bigcamII on Nov 13, 2009 17:14:41 GMT -5
I would like to know the answer to that too.
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Post by HardTimeTrucker on Nov 14, 2009 16:39:51 GMT -5
What can we do to stop this Teamsters plan to ban us from the terminals? |
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Post by John on Nov 15, 2009 22:54:45 GMT -5
I will be waiting, ready, and willing to help. Just post what we need to do.
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Post by HardTimeTrucker on Nov 23, 2009 22:17:28 GMT -5
I will be waiting, ready, and willing to help. Just post what we need to do. For those of you willing to take the time to make a difference we have developed a petition or driver letter to send Congress on the matter changing FAAA rulings. We feel it very unwise to allow port authorities to decide who hauls the freight or have a free hand to implement an employee/mandate banning the owner-operator trucker. This invites political pressure from the Green coalition groups to influence ports to decide on policies that will permanent damage our ownership rights as truckers. For more you can email me at seawheels2000@aol.comYou may also email the board at IODA@porttrucker.com |
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Post by oboy@ivorva on Nov 24, 2009 0:06:19 GMT -5
We are interested in helping. I'll pass you a note tomorrow.
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Post by oboy@ivorva on Nov 24, 2009 0:17:16 GMT -5
BTW = Great forum everyone. I'm looking forward to being part of your group. I learned from another trucker about this at NIT terminals here in Norfolk, Virginia. The word needs to reach out to others.
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Post by HardTimeTrucker on Nov 24, 2009 9:14:01 GMT -5
BTW = Great forum everyone. I'm looking forward to being part of your group. I learned from another trucker about this at NIT terminals here in Norfolk, Virginia. The word needs to reach out to others. Welcome to the porttrucker forum. |
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Post by phantom309 on Nov 24, 2009 18:07:56 GMT -5
Welcome aboard Virginia trucker. There are several others on here hiding in the woodwork. ;D
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Post by james on Nov 27, 2009 23:57:30 GMT -5
when are we going to get something concrete here in tidewater? this local trucking association (oocva) that has ties to ooida is just another trade association whose power is limited. they are selling discounts at parts houses instead of seriously solving our issues. we need the capability to force the carriers around here to pay more money. that's not going to happen unless we are in the position to negotiate a trucker contract. i don't see after all this time where this norfolk driver club has made any headway with the real problems. i know following in the footsteps of ooida is not going to get us where we need to be. it's a great organization to belong to but they can't help us when it comes to the collective group taking aggressive action. talking to port management has gone on around here for years. it's time to stop the talk and prepare for battle in the coming year. i like what i see on this site. i know you guys can't revel in an open forum what you are doing behind the scenes but it would be a blessing if we had a meeting at some point in hampton roads to discuss these options. thanks from the rest of us here. keep the fire burning and please keep us informed.
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Post by HardTimeTrucker on Nov 28, 2009 8:53:56 GMT -5
We understand your concerns. There are constructive things we can all be working on right now preparing for our future strategy. Your right we cannot broadcast what the working group behind this organization is intending to do but I can fill in a few blanks that may peak your interest. Anyone interested write me with your contact information at seawheels2000@aol.com
We'll do our best to answer some of your questions. I will also add you to an active list of truckers who are participating at different terminal locations.
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Post by magpie on Nov 29, 2009 16:09:47 GMT -5
somethng needs to be done in virginia soon
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Post by canhauler on Nov 29, 2009 20:50:04 GMT -5
BTW = Great forum everyone. I'm looking forward to being part of your group. I learned from another trucker about this at NIT terminals here in Norfolk, Virginia. The word needs to reach out to others. Welcome MOUSE ;D |
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Post by truckerusa on Dec 3, 2009 20:14:47 GMT -5
Yes, welcome to the forum Virginia trucker.
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Post by HardTimeTrucker on Dec 9, 2009 21:14:33 GMT -5
We are currently about to fire off another letter to legislators in Washington about the so-called clean truck plan that intends to wipe out Americas' Intermodal Owner-Operator trucker.
Those of you who want to make copies to gather trucker signature's contact us at :
IODA@porttrucker.com or seawheels2000@aol.com
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Post by concernedVAtruckers on Dec 13, 2009 14:12:11 GMT -5
Drivers at my company have been reading about this proposed ban on the owner-operator. Several here will be sending you an email to find out what we can do. thanks, Tim
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Post by rockinchair on Dec 13, 2009 22:45:02 GMT -5
Drivers at my company have been reading about this proposed ban on the owner-operator. Several here will be sending you an email to find out what we can do. thanks, Tim Yes, about fifteen at this same terminal location would like to join this port trucker association. OK got to go make a little money tonight. See ya soon. |
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Post by pennysaver on Dec 15, 2009 22:57:36 GMT -5
get er done henry. thanks, good site men.
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Post by RandyM on Dec 16, 2009 15:36:07 GMT -5
I agree. Good site  I will add this to my business list. |
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Post by heavyexpress on Dec 24, 2009 21:21:47 GMT -5
I informed several more drivers at the port yesterday to check out this web site forum. Merry Christmas everyone.
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Post by chickenhauler on Dec 25, 2009 16:53:59 GMT -5
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE HAPPY NEW YEAR
from your friends on Eastern Shore--Oyster, Virginia
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Post by kevin on Apr 8, 2011 22:20:38 GMT -5
BTW = Great forum everyone. I'm looking forward to being part of your group. I learned from another trucker about this at NIT terminals here in Norfolk, Virginia. The word needs to reach out to others. |
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I will add this to my business list.