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Union Announcements

10th Annual Picnic & Open House

Please join us for the 10th annual picnic, car and bike show at our Union & Training Center in Downers Grove on September 19, 2026 from 1:00pm - 6:00 pm. Activities this year will include: Raffles &…

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NCL Open Enrollment

Brothers and Sisters, Through SMART Local 265’s partnership with the National Coalition of Labor (NCL), our members and their families have access to additional benefits made possible by unions working…

NCL

2026 SALUTE TO SERVICE GOLF OUTING

The October 3rd Salute To Service golf outing is open to the public.  You DO NOT have to be a veteran or a union member to register for the event. There will be a chance to purchase tickets for raffle…

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Passing of Alfie Rodriguez

IN MEMORIAM – BROTHER ALFRED “ALFIE” RODRIGUEZ It is with deep regret that we share the passing of Brother Alfred “Alfie” Rodriguez, retired Business Agent of SMART Local 265. Brother Rodriguez devoted…

Alfie Rodriguez

Contractor's Letters Of Assignment

New Letters of Assignment Portal (Effective June 1, 2025) Signatory contractors can now submit Letters of Assignment digitally through our new portal—streamlining the process and ensuring CBA compliance…

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NEW SASMI Sick Leave Benefit

We're thrilled to announce a new benefit available to the members of SMART Local 265: the SASMI Sick Leave Benefit. This program is designed to support you when you need it most, providing financial assistance…

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Are you in a Crisis?

Financial worries, aging parents, job/life stress, health issues - Everyone faces challenges from time to time, with your MAP you don't have to face these things alone.

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