Dec. 19 was the final Executive Board meeting attended by board member Abe Rosen, who did not run for re-election in the recent 802 elections. President Bill Moriarity presented him with a certificate of appreciation, in recognition of his many years of service to the union and its members.

The certificate reads: “Presented to Abe Rosen with profound appreciation for his 18 years of service to the membership of Local 802 as a member of the Trial Board and then the Executive Board, and for his unfailing commitment to trade union principles and rank-and-file democracy.” It is signed by the three officers of Local 802.