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PDX Inflight Service Committee Changes

Inflight Service Committee Changes

The Council 39 Inflight Service Committee will be undergoing a change of Committee Members over the next few weeks.

Tutu Smith

Tutu Smith will be joining the Committee, effective February 12, 2014.  Tutu has been an employee for Alaska Airlines since February 2001.  Her foundation started as a Customer Service Agent in Seattle and she then transferred to Portland after about a year.  In 2007, she decided to pursue a career in Inflight and honestly loves flying.  “I’ve seen familiar faces over the years and definitely have met new ones that have created loyal and lifelong relationships for me,” says Tutu.  Though she has not been involved in any prior union committees, she looks forward to the opportunity to be representing her coworkers on the Inflight Service Committee.

Tutu was born and raised in Portland and has an amazing supporting cast at home: her husband John and daughters Ariana (9) and Averie (4).

David Sutherland

David Sutherland will join the Committee effective February 5, 2014.  David started his flying career 12 years ago and has worked with SkyWest, United and Alaska.  He started his most recent round with Alaska in 2008 and has been based in Portland since 2010.  He loves the Portland base and is lucky enough that he’s able to work with some of closest friends on a regular basis.

David’s previous union involvement includes serving on the Reserve Committee.  As a new member of the Inflight Service Committee, he looks forward to giving Flight Attendant thoughts and feedback on changes that will keep us competitive in this always-changing industry.

David was born and raised in Fairview, Oregon and has lived all over the west coast and in Washington D.C.  He has 3 adorable nephews who keep him occupied on his off time and currently resides in Northwest Portland.

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Please join us in thanking Committee Members Alan Sousa and Cali Huynh, who have served on the Committee for the past few years.  They will remain on the Committee during the transition period and will step down on February 28, 2014.  We thank them for their volunteerism and service.

The Inflight Service Committee represents Flight Attendant interests regarding catering and inflight service/sales and addresses Flight Attendant complaints and concerns regarding catering and inflight service/sales.  They may be contacted through the PDX AFA Hotline at (503) 396-4089, option 7 or through the AFA website at alaskamec.org/pdx/inflightservice.

Yours In Solidarity,

LEC President Cathy Gwynn, LEC Vice President Brian Palmer, and Local Inflight Service Committee Chairperson Todd Horn

Local Council Meeting Agenda – February 10, 2014

Agenda

Local Council Meeting
Alaska Airlines Council 39, Portland
Monday, February 10, 2014 – 8:30 AM to 12 PM
Sandy Room, PDX Airport Conference Center, Portland, OR

Download: 2014.02.10 Council 39 Local Meeting Agenda

I.  Call To Order

II.  Introduction of Guests

  1. Liz Skayhan, Alaska Airlines PDX Inflight Base Manager (attending through announcements only)
  2. Kirk Hansen, AFA Council 17 LEC President (QX-PDX/MFR)

III.  Announcements

IV.  Approval of Minutes

V.  Call For Late Agenda Items

VI.  Officer’s Reports

  1. President
  2. Vice President

VII.  Committee Reports

  1. Air Safety, Health, & Security
    1. Air Quality
  2. Benefits
  3. EAP/Professional Standards
  4. Government Affairs
  5. Grievance
  6. Hotel
  7. Inflight Service
  8. Membership
  9. Reserve
  10. Retirement
  11. Scheduling
    1. PBS
    2. Pairing Construction
  12. VOICE
  13. Uniform
  14. Negotiating

VIII.  Old Business

  1. LEC Officer Elections (CG)

IX.  New Business

  1. Board of Directors Meeting (CG)

X.  Good and Welfare

XI.  Adjournment

PDX Volunteer Opportunities

AFA Council 39 in Portland is currently in need of volunteers to serve on the following Committees:

You can read more about each position by clicking on the Committee name above.

What Do AFA Committees Do?

Members of AFA Committees serve in three primary roles.

  • An Expert. Serve as the subject matter expert on the committee’s primary area of responsibility
  • A Resource. Act as a resource about their area of expertise and work to actively educate and empower Members
  • A Voice. Work as a liaison between Members and the Local Executive Council, Master Executive Council, and management involving matters related to the committee

How Much Time Do I Need to Commit?

On average, most Committee Members spend just a few minutes each day reading and responding to email.  During busy periods, Committee Members might also spend time returning phone calls.  Some Committees also have quarterly meetings held either locally or in Seattle which might require attendance.

I’d Like To Get Involved

Thank you for your interest.  Please complete the expression of interest form below if you’re interested in becoming a Committee volunteer.

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Local Council Meeting Agenda – September 16, 2013

Agenda

Local Council Meeting
Alaska Airlines Council 39, Portland
Monday, September 16, 2013 – 1 to 3 PM
Sandy Room, PDX Airport Conference Center, Portland, OR

  1. Call To Order
  2. Approval of Minutes
  3. Announcements
  4. Call For Late Agenda Items
  5. Officer’s Reports
    1. President
    2. Vice President
  6. Committee Reports
    1. Air Safety, Health, & Security
      1. Air Quality
    2. Benefits
    3. EAP/Professional Standards
    4. Government Affairs
    5. Grievance
    6. Hotel
    7. Inflight Service
    8. Membership
    9. Reserve
    10. Retirement
    11. Scheduling
      1. PBS
    12. VOICE
    13. Uniform
    14. Negotiating
  7. Old Business
  8. New Business
    1. Special Board of Directors Meeting (CG)
    2. LEC Officer Elections (BP)
  9. Good and Welfare
  10. Adjournment

*UPDATED* Local Council Meeting – September 16, 2013

This update includes the location of the Local Council Meeting

Date: Monday, September 16
Time: 1 to 3 PM
Location: Sandy Room, PDX Airport Conference Center

Please mark your calendar for our next Local Council Meeting, to be held Monday, September 16 from 1 to 3 PM.  The meeting will be held in the Sandy Room of the PDX Airport Conference Center.  From the Oregon Market Food Court, take the stairs near the clock tower to the mezzanine level and follow the signs to the Sandy Room.

Local Council Meetings are a great opportunity to find out more about what the Local Council is working on, hear updates from the Officers and Local Committees, network with fellow Flight Attendants, and get involved in your union!

If you have an advance agenda item to submit, please email it to LEC President Cathy Gwynn at catgwynn@comcast.net.  Submission deadline for advance agenda items is Monday, September 9 at 3 PM PDT.  Please direct any other questions to LEC Vice President Brian Palmer at bpalmer@alaskamec.org.

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