Goodbye C&T

It is with mixed emotions that I announce that I have accepted a position in the Secretary/Treasurer's office, replacing Carmine Turchi.  Those will be difficult shoes to fill.

The new job will afford me the opportunity to continue to serve our members and our Union, just in another capacity.  I will also be able to work for one of the great leaders in CWA, Barbara Easterling.

To be considered for the position is not only an honor, but also a reflection on the hard work that all of our Locals do on a daily basis.  If not for your great work, I would not have been recognized and afforded this opportunity.

Under the expert leadership of Vice President Ralph Maly and his dedicated Staff, the C&T office will continue to be a leader in CWA.  I will miss our day-to-day interface, but will continue to be available to help out at any time.

Take care, and I'll see you in Toronto.

In Unity,

Bill Bates

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