Monday, June 24, 2013

A Bridge Tender Chimes In

Dear "Organizing Committee:"
I was recently provided with a copy of your eight-page document, which was ordered to be removed from the bridges by Milton Hartman before I got a chance to see it. I am very glad I was able to obtain a copy. Very well done, by all parties involved!

I have been a bridge tender in my district for fifteen years now. The last time we received a raise (of $.25, which put us at $8.00/hr.), It was mainly due to letters and "noise" created by bridge tenders in my district. At each annual meeting, our district always brings up the #1 dreaded discussion - "when are we going to be compensated commensurate with our duties?"

We all have put our hearts and souls into this career - for many of us, the last we will have. Our district has been pronounced as the "safest" in the Florida system for many years. We ace our annual DOT tests every year, and we take pride in our service to the boaters, the community, the State, and the federal government.

Please add me to your list of supporters, and keep me "in the loop" with any updates.
Thank you for everything you are doing to assist us in this matter.

Looking forward to hearing from you,
A disgruntled ISS bridge tender.

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