Maintenance Worker
College of Staten Island
City University of New York
William J. Horstmann says he values his union benefits. He has 20 years of service and has been a shop steward for 5. “I have a great time doing it,” says Horstman, who is married with two grown daughters. A carpenter by trade, he also enjoys making home renovations and birdhouses.
Plasterer
Red Fern Houses – Far Rockaway
New York City Housing Authority
A 20 year veteran of Local 237, Paul Iveagh says it is a great honor to be recognized for what he does for the city, adding, “It’s a wonderful place to live.” to Married with two grown children, Iveagh enjoys gardening and working in his backyard.
Associate School Food Service Manager
District 10/Bronx
Department of Education
A daughter of civil servants, Claire Freire began her career in School Food Services in 1979 while she was in college. Security and commitment to service are the words she uses to describe what union membership means to her.
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