Union Democracy is Union Power
The Teamsters Union belongs to the members. The more active the members, the stronger the union.
Local 805 members have the right to...
- Elect the officers of Local 805
- Elect your shop steward
- Attend local union meetings.
- Elect your contract negotiating committee
- Vote on your contract
The International Union
You also have the right to elect the leaders of the International Union, which includes all Teamster local unions in the U.S. and Canada.
How You Can Get Involved
- Stay informed. Ask your steward and local leaders for information on union activities. Read local union publications and the International Unions magazine.
- Participate in union activities. Take an active part in union meetings. Attend union trainings on enforcing your rights. Vote in union elections.
- Volunteer your time. A successful union needs people who are willing not only to give ideas and make proposals but to get involved in carrying them out.
