Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 11 a.m. in Bakersfield:
Two retired farm workers get more than $36,000 in pension checks;
UFW appeals to workers who may not know they qualify
What: Two farm workers who didn’t realize they qualified for a United Farm Workers pension will receive checks totaling more than $36,000 during an 11 a.m. ceremony TODAY in Bakersfield.
One of UFW founder Cesar Chavez’s achievements was creation in the 1970s of America’s first―and only–functioning pension plan for field laborers. UFW President Arturo Rodriguez will present two checks to the retired farm workers.
When: Thursday, July 5, 2007
11 a.m.
Where: Radio Campesina Office
9313 Schirra Ct., Bakersfield, CA 93313
Who: Arturo Rodriguez, UFW President
UFW Retiree Isidro Garcia (receiving $27,000 check)
UFW Retiree Galdino Villalobos (receiving $9,000 check)
Visuals: Giant check presented to retirees by UFW President
Info: The UFW and the pension fund hope to spread the word to other retired farm workers who aren’t aware they–or their spouses–qualified for pensions when they worked under union contracts.
Retired farm workers who believe they may qualify for the Juan De La Cruz Pension Plan should call: (800) 321-6607 or (888) 735-5352
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