We’re not sure if we take solace in the fact that Oakland is not alone in its troubles or not.  The Port of Baltimore suffered through a three-day longshore labor strike last month.  As you may recall, this past spring, the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) ratified their coast-wide master contract covering all the ports on the east and gulf coasts.  After the master contract was signed, local contracts involving the work and Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT): you learn to assess the sildenafil generic uk thoughts behind your feelings rationally and to spot unhelpful thinking patterns. So, if you suffer from any issues related to back pains and knee pains then go to physiotherapists for help instead of taking pain viagra doctor free killers. What couples need to realize is by coming out of the mind will strengthen the levitra 10 mg body/mind connection once again. Your doctor will be able to determine whether any medication you are taking contains this ingredient. find this page online viagra rules of specific ports were still being negotiated.  One such negotiation was between the Steamship Trade Association of Baltimore and ILA Local 333.  ILA members rejected the latest contract offer and went on strike.  An arbitrator was called in, and it was ruled the strike violated the no strike clause in the master contract.  Workers had to return to the docks on October 18th for at least a 90-day negotiation period.

 

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PORT OF OAKLAND CLOSED TODAY

The terminals in Oakland are closed today, May 1st. Traditionally, the International Longshore & Warehouse Union (ILWU) shifts its standard, third Thursday of the month, second shift, stop-work meeting to the dayside on May 1st to honor International Workers' Day....

ALL HANDS ON DECK

The Port of Oakland is bringing back free harbor tours for the summer and fall. The tours will run May through October. Click here for the full schedule, ticketing and more information. It is a great opportunity to see the supply chain in action...and it is free.

MOVING ON

We are also happy to report the lawsuit between the East Oakland Stadium Alliance (EOSA) and the Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) has been resolved in the industry's favor and reverts the Howard Terminal property back to Port Priority Use...

IN THIS CORNER, SACRAMENTO

In a zombie apocalypse (hey, people wonder), California is the third worst state to be in due to its dense population centers and low access to weapons. On a positive note, Money magazine ranks Sacramento one of the Best Places to Live based on its job market, housing...

IN THE OTHER CORNER, RENO

In a zombie apocalypse, Nevada actually ranks second from the bottom. While Reno may rank high in its availability of weapons, it's dead last in availability of food and places to hide. But, on the bright side, if you are looking for a job, Nevada is the place to be...

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