Your Rights
You have rights when dealing with unions. Make sure you know them.
You have the right to ...
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support or not to support a union.
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receive paychecks free from deductions for union dues and assessments.
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have questions answered by any manager, supervisor or member of the district team.
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speak for yourself and to let your feelings be known to others.
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speak out against the union's attempt to organize your facility.
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work in an environment where colleagues work together as a team and not as adversaries.
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all of the facts about a union, including facts the union may not want you to know.
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not be bothered at home, at work, or by phone by union organizers. If you don't want a union, you can tell them to leave you alone.
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ignore texts, emails or phone calls from union organizers.
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protect your privacy (although the union may have a legal right to your private information even before they are voted in).
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just say "NO" to union organizers:
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"NO" to dues
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"NO" to fines
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"NO" to the possibility of a strike
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"NO" to the risk of losing wages & benefits in negotiations
Our Sysco Allentown
This website is designed as a resource for our colleagues and their families as they consider their options regarding unionization in today's workplace. The decision of whether or not to be represented by a union is an important one, for many reasons. More ››
Do You Have Questions?
If you have any questions, please ask here; or, reach out to any of your managers or supervisors and we will be happy to answer any of the questions that you may have.
Please Vote
Casting your vote is extremely important. Don't let other people decide your future without having a say. The election outcome will be determined by the majority of the colleagues who vote. More ››
Independent Resources
Sysco Allentown is committed to answering your questions and to providing you important facts to consider before you decide if you want to entrust your job and your future to the Teamsters. Some independent resources you may want to contact and research:
Center for Independent Employees (Free Legal Advice)
National Right to Work Foundation (Free Legal Advice and Information)
Additional Resources
To learn more about unions, check out these resources:
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