Activists and unions recognized for efforts

SEASIDE — The Oregon AFL-CIO recognized several union members and union locals for their activities in organizing and politics last year.

The following awards for voter education and mobilization for Labor 2006 were included:

Highest Number of Volunteer Hours Dedicated to the Labor 2006 Campaign (among international unions): Oregon AFSCME Council 75

Highest Number of Volunteer Hours Dedicated to the Labor 2006 Campaign (among Local Unions) tie: Sheet Metal Workers Local 16 and Communications Workers of America Local 7901

Highest Number of Volunteer Hours Dedicated to the Labor 2006 Campaign (as a percentage of members): Tualatin Valley Fire Fighters

Local 1660 Pat Quigley Award for Most Volunteer Hours for an Individual: Jodi Parker, Laborers Local 320

Highest Voter Turnout in the Labor 2006 Campaign of Any Local Union: Musicians Local 99

Most Improved Voter Turnout: Woodworkers, IAM Local W-1

Awards for organizing were presented to the following unions:

Organizing the Most New Members Among Private Sector Unions: Oregon Nurses Association