IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
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A RESOLUTION recognizing and celebrating the unparalleled contributions of Alise Martiny to the organized labor community of Jackson County, Missouri.
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RESOLUTION NO. 21196, March 14, 2023
INTRODUCED BY Manuel Abarca IV, DaRon McGee, and Charlie Franklin, County Legislators
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WHEREAS, Alise Martiny has been a member of the Operative Plasterers and Cement Masons International Association (OPCMIA) Local 518 for over four decades, serving as a concrete finisher in the field for over 13 years and earning the respect of her colleagues for her work ethic and dedication; and,
WHEREAS, Alise’s leadership skills have been recognized by her peers, as evidenced by her service as Business Manager of the Greater Kansas City Building and Construction Trades Council, uniting construction trades while also elevating both the institution and organized labor to new heights over the next decade as the first woman to hold the position; and,
WHEREAS, Alise’s commitment to the advancement of women and minorities in the construction trades has been unwavering, and she has tirelessly advocated for their promotion and advancement throughout her career; and,
WHEREAS, Alise’s negotiation skills and expertise have been instrumental in securing fair labor agreements for numerous significant construction projects in Jackson County and the region, including the new KCI airport and upgrades at Truman Medical Center/University Health; and,
WHEREAS, Alise has been a steadfast defender of organized labor, fighting off legislative attacks on union rights such as Missouri right to work, ensuring the continued right to organize for all workers throughout the state; and,
WHEREAS, skilled and unionized construction workers have been the backbone of nearly every significant construction project in Jackson County, including both Arrowhead and Kauffman Stadiums; and,
WHEREAS, Alise’s promotion to Vice President of the Operative Plasters’ and Cement Mason’s International Association is a testament to her hard work and dedication to the labor movement, making her one of the highest-ranking women in the American labor movement; now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED by the County Legislature of Jackson County, Missouri that the Legislature hereby extends its highest honors and appreciation to Alise Martiny for her courageous leadership on behalf of the working people of Jackson County as the Business Manager of the Greater Kansas City Building and Construction Trades Council, and recognizing her as one of the most distinguished labor leaders in the history of our community.
Enacted and Approved
Effective Date: This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon its passage by a majority of the Legislature.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Chief Deputy County Counselor County Counselor
Certificate of Passage
I hereby certify that the attached resolution, Resolution No. 21196 of March 14, 2023, was duly passed on March 14, 2023 by the Jackson County Legislature. The votes thereon were as follows:
Yeas _____8__________ Nays _____0_________
Abstaining ____0_____ Absent ____1________
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Date Mary Jo Spino, Clerk of Legislature