The work picture has remained slow here, but other locals are encouraging you to sign books.  It can be economically beneficial to you and your families. Please remember you are a guest in these locals and the following rules do apply:

                                               RULES OF THE ROAD

1. Carry a current dues receipt with you at all times.
2. Be willing to present your dues receipt to any other IBEW member when asked.
3. When seeking work in other Locals:

•  Be prepared to present a paid up dues receipt, drivers license, State license if required and a travel letter from your Local.
•  Make sure you understand the hiring Hall dispatch procedures, (show up or phone   dispatch, resign dates, drug tests, etc.) before you walk out the door...every Locals' procedures are different.
•  Be ready to start work immediately.
•  Be courteous to office personnel...it can't hurt and their assistance to you may be invaluable.

     4.  Never accept a foreman's job in another Local without the approval of the Job Steward and/or the Local Business Manager.

     5.  Never get involved in the politics of another Local.

     6.  Always work under the terms of the Agreement of the Local where you are employed.

     7.  Fulfill your commitment to the Local that provided you employment....complete the project or stay as long as you are asked to remain.

     8.  When your employment is terminated in another Local, prior to leaving, pay all dues owed.

     9.  Verbally or in writing, thank the Business Manager for providing you the opportunity to work in his Local.

   10.  Always remember you are an ambassador of your Home Local.  You are expected to conduct yourself as such.

   11.  When you have accepted a call, remove your name from all Out-Of-Work Books.

Fraternally Yours,

David A. Young, Jr.