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Greetings Brothers and Sisters,

Summer is almost here and Mother Nature is giving us a sample of the warm weather yet to come. Be sure to drink plenty of water and keep hydrated, Chrysler, in posting an operating profit of $143 million for the first quarter of 2010, also said it "remains on target to break even on an operating basis" for the full year.I think this is proof positive that the worm is starting to turn for a more positive future for us. Chrysler also announced that it would invest $43 million in new equipment and tooling to expand its operations in Kokomo, Ind. at the transmission plants. This could also be good news for TMP in the future. As long as we are making our daily rates, and continue to make quality products, I am certain TMP will have to be considered for any in sourcing, or new products coming down the pike.

Our skilled trades where given high praise from Brian Harlow, for a job well done bringing in the steering column sleeve for Anchor. Mr. Harlow is the head of the Power train division for Chrysler. This is a step in the right direction for our trades. Our trades completed the work for a fraction of the cost an outside vendor quoted and in about half of the time. Excellent job!

With our production rates getting to ramp up in 248 and 580 areas, and hopes more new work or products come our way, it would be nice to see some of our members return from Trenton Engine Plant. Right now we had five Jeep members join us through the summer vacation season. Welcome those folks and lets make them as welcome as our own. Welcome to TMP folks!

Congratulations to the elected delegates for the 35th Constitutional Convention.
Elected were:
Russ Dillion
Yvette Gordon
Jimmy Neu
Jeremiah Cutcher (alternate)
The Convention will be June 13th through June 17th 2010. At this convention their will be elections held for the new International Leadership, as well as possible changes to the UAW Constitution.

I would also like to congratulate Retirees elected officers.
Pam Richards - President
O.C. Ballard - Vice President
Bob Darmofal - Recording Secretary
Marilyn Lomas - Financial Secretary.

I know it has been a very trying year for everyone at our plant. There has been change after change in just about every aspect in every department. Change can be very difficult to cope with for some folks. Change can make otherwise friendly people very irritable. I know WCM is bringing about a lot of change and takes most of us out of our comfort zone. However, as we learn more about WCM some changes will happen. Again with the summer heat adding to the irritation of change, we need to remain cognizant of each others level of stress and give and show respect toward each other. Giving respect and being considerate of others will make an already difficult situation a little more relieving. As summer goes on, any new news or information will be posted on our site. I hope you all have a safe and very enjoyable summer season.

In Solidarity,

David W. DeMoss