Refrigeration Report
Dear Brothers and Sisters:
We all know the state of the economy. In 2009, we saw the first significant slowdown in years, mostly on the construction side of the industry. Construction work continues to be slow, but, hopefully, we should start to pick up by next year. At this point, it’s uncertain what the workload is going to be for 2010. Many projects that were scheduled to start have been put on hold for a variety of reasons.
Historically, the service sector of the Refrigeration industry is in a better position to handle an economic downturn than the construction side of the industry. I’m getting mixed feedback from our contractors in the service industry; most are saying that they aren’t expecting to see any significant improvement in 2010.
Those out-of-work members interested in the Canadian shut-down, shipyards, school districts, or City & County jobs, please contact me at 425-277.6680 Ext. 110.
We will allocate $2.00 for our raise effective January 1st, 2010, at the December 10th Union Meeting. After the vote, we have our annual Christmas Party, and I hope you are all able to make it.
Best wishes for the New Year,
