March 31, 2010

Re: Disaster Alert Notice

Dear Members:

I am writing to inform you that the Teamsters Disaster Relief Fund has recently received a "Disaster Alert Notice" for the State of Rhode Island due to the severe storms and flooding that has caused major damage in the following counties: Kent, Newport, Providence, and Washington.

On behalf of General President Hoffa, we are requesting your assistance to aid Teamster members in our area that have suffered a loss. They recognize the devastation in our area and, although the funds are limited, would like to help as many people as possible.

Therefore, I am requesting that you contact the Union Hall at 401-434-0454, extension 222 and inform us of any of our members that have been impacted by the disaster as we have the "Request for Help" forms. The completed "Request for Help" forms (including all requested documentation) must be returned to the Union Hall by Tuesday May 4, 2010.

Thank you for your cooperation in this important matter; and if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

Fraternally yours,

Joseph J. Bairos, Secretary-Treasurer
Principal Executive Officer
Teamsters Local Union No. 251