Health & Welfare
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Health and Welfare History
Local Union 281 U.A. Health and Welfare fund established
November 12, 1952.
The original agreement and Declaration of Trust entered into on
the 12th day of November 1952 by and between National Automatic
Sprinkler and Fire Control Association of New York and Chicago
Journeymen Sprinkler Fitters and Apprentices Local Union 281 of
the United Association, was established to provide health
insurance for “eligible employees” under the Jurisdiction of the
Collective Bargaining Agreement.
The term “eligible employee” shall include:
- All employees and dependents of employers
- Retired employees
- Union employees.
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Our current officers and staff are:
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John T. Zubricks |
Welfare Fund Trustee |
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Timothy Morrin |
Welfare Fund Administrator |
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Kelly Jo Lavko |
Assistant
Administrator |
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Marion McInturff |
Welfare Fund Representative |
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Michelle Nolan |
Welfare Fund Representative |
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Jean Kelly |
Welfare Fund Representative |
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Katie Hummer |
Welfare Fund Representative |
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Mary Mitchell |
Welfare Fund Representative |
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Erica Veugeler |
Welfare Fund Representative |
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At the time of the original agreement, there were 350
members, and the funding mechanism was 7-1/2 cents per hour for
each man- hour of work.
To say we have come “a long way” would be an understatement. The
current membership has grown to over 1550 members and the
contribution rate is $8.00 per man- hours worked.
“The Fund” is totally self- insured and administered from our
office at 11900 S. Laramie, Alsip, IL. “The Fund” includes
medical, dental and eye care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. "I went to the pharmacy and they would not accept the
prescription card. Why?"
A. We are currently using Sav-RX prescription company. If you do
not have a Sav-RX prescription card contact the welfare
department at 708-597-1832.
Q. "When I submit my claims, how long until I will get
reimbursed?"
A. Reimbursement usually takes about 30 days from received date.
Q. "How much will I get reimbursed for eye care?"
A. Eye care reimbursement is $125.00 per calendar year (January
to December) for each family member.
Q. "How much is the deductible for dental services?"
A. The deductible for dental is $25.00 per calendar year for
each member, and then the remaining charges are paid at 90% of
usual and customary.
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