Brothers and Sisters of Local Lodge 24,

We had our ratification vote yesterday, August 15, 2016, in hangar 3 at Joint Base Andrews.

First, let me thank everyone who came out and voted.  We had a sixty five percent (65%) turnout.  Again,  Thank You.

The contract was ratified by a vote of 163 for 47 against.  Seventy-eight percent (78%) ratification approval.

Second, I would like to thank the negotiating team for their effort in getting the best contract for its members.  There were a lot of long hours in preparation and across the table with the company.     Thank you.

Third and last thanks go to Directing Business Rep Joseph (Rick) Compher.  He was there guiding us at the tables and the ratification.

Thank you everyone who had a part in making this negotiation and ratification a success.

Gregg French                     Jason Gast                           Sarah Geddes
President                            Vice President                    Secretary Treasurer
LL 24                                    LL 24                                     LL 24

Tim Hanson                        Al Nuzzo
Chief Steward                    Recording Secretary
LL 24                                    LL 24