Laborers International Union of Na

“The local union's membership requirements are stated in the international constitution. Applicants for membership shall comply with the requirements imposed by these by-laws and the international constitution. The following requirements must be fulfilled to obtain membership: 1. A completed written application for membership on a form provided by the secretary treasurer. 2. Payment of initiation fees and one month's dues through a written authorization of checkoff. 3. Local acceptance of application and dues. 4. New members shall recieve a free copy of the international constitution.”

“Each member whose dues are paid up through the month prior to the month in which the nomination or election is held shall have the right to nominate, vote for, or otherwise support any candidate. No members who has dues withheld by his employer for payment to the local union shall be declared ineligible to nominate or vote for a candidate for office in the local union, due to a delay or non-payment of dues by the employer to the local union. Voting shall be done by secret ballot among those members in good standing. Proxy voting is not permitted. Each member shall be entitled to one vote. The local union has the authority to establish all rules & regulations for the election to supplement the provisions of the international constitution.”

“No other committees exist with the authority to act on behalf of the governing body.”

“The form 990 is reviewed by the secretary-treasurer before filing.”

“The local union makes it's governing documents and financial statements available upon request at the offices of the local union. Arrangements must be made during normal business hours. Copies are not allowed. Financial information is read out loud at all union meetings.”