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After 7 years serving as Vice President, Mr. Valdez has announced his bid to be the next President of Local #116.

Santiago Valdez, the current Vice President of Customs Union #116 for the past 7 years, has announced his bid for President of the local chapter. After years of dedicated service, he is sharing his vision for the future in order to take Chapter 116 to even greater heights with the support of its members.

Valdez is a dedicated CBP officer with 20 years of service and an unwavering commitment to improving the working conditions and representation of members of Chapter #116. As Vice President for the past seven years, he has a proven track record of implementing positive changes and innovative policies.

During his tenure as Vice President, Valdez has been a driving force behind the implementation of innovative policies such as AWS schedules and the successful negotiation of BRP. These efforts have actively improved the working conditions for members of Chapter 116 Union in CBP. Yet, he recognizes that there is still more work to be done.

Valdez’s candidacy for President is driven by his genuine desire to help union members and ensure they are professionally and effectively represented creating a brighter and more prosperous future for every member of Chapter #116.

Valdez envisions a future for Chapter #116 Union in CBP where safe and fair working conditions are not just the norm but a fundamental right for all members. He aims to build upon the successes of his tenure as Vice President, working collaboratively with union members to continue innovating policies.

His vision is grounded in inclusivity, where every member’s voice is not only heard but also respected. He is committed to using the union’s contract and bylaws to address every matter with professionalism and correctness while ensuring equal representation for all members.

Valdez has outlined his goals for the presidency, which can be distilled into 6 core goals including considering AWS (alternative work schedules), active BRP (bid and rotation) involvement, adherence to executive board duties, using the NTEU contract to properly grieve issues, work with NTEU National to update chapter Bylaws to prevent abuse of decision making in the future, and provide true transparency with chapter financials and executive board voting.

The team that will carry out this vision is composed of experienced, dedicated individuals who understand the importance of our organization and its role in affecting meaningful change. These team members include Eira Rivera as Vice President with 15 years of experience in CBP-OFO, Kolin Changler as Treasurer with extensive experience resolving issues between employees and management, and Angel Ulloa as Secretary who has served as steward for #116 for the last 2.5 years and 16 years at the agency. They are passionate about building a future that benefits not just us, but also the generations to come after us. We believe this team’s unique combination of skills and experience will help take our Union to the next level.

November 1st is when the election starts and union members will have the opportunity to cast their votes for their preferred candidate. It marks a crucial moment for members to shape the future leadership of the union and determine the direction it will take.

Santiago Valdez is a dedicated and experienced leader who has served as Vice President of Chapter #116 for seven years and is an excellent choice for President. With a proven track record of improving working conditions, negotiating innovative policies, and advocating for members’ rights, he is well-equipped to lead the union towards a brighter future. As the election date of November 1 approaches, all members are encouraged to support Santiago Valdez and vote for a better future for Chapter #116, where members’ interests and well-being take priority.

You can learn more about Santiago Valdez by visiting SantiagoForPresident.com

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