TUESDAY, MAY 27, 2014

Meeting called to order at 11:05 AM. Present: President Gagliardi, Financial Vice President Olcott, Recording Vice President O’Connor, Executive Board members Brandford, Burridge, Cranshaw, Dougherty, Kruvand, Schwartz, Sharman, Assistant to the President Boyle.

Minutes from May 20, 2014 reviewed. It was moved and seconded to approve the minutes from May 20, 2014 as corrected. Motion carried unanimously.

President Gagliardi reported on Broadway matters. Discussion held.

Gagliardi reported on Metropolitan Opera matters. Discussion held.

Gagliardi reported on 54 Below negotiations. Discussion held.

Gagliardi reported on a tentative agreement with the New York Philharmonic for their subs and extras. Discussion held.

Financial Vice President Olcott requested annual salary adjustments for a Local 802 non-bargaining unit employee. It was moved and seconded to approve the adjustment. Motion carried unanimously.

Olcott presented a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with American Ballet Theatre (ABT). Discussion held. It was moved and seconded to approve the MOA. Motion carried unanimously. Olcott reported that the terms of the ABT MOA will become the promulgated freelance opera and ballet rates.

Recording Vice President O’Connor reported on a tentative agreement with the Apollo Theatre. Discussion held.

O’Connor presented 3 requests for leaves of absence from Broadway musicians. It was moved and seconded to approve the leaves of absence. Motion carried unanimously.

Meeting adjourned at 12:07 p.m.

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TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 2014

Meeting called to order at 11:05 AM by Financial Vice President Olcott. Present: Olcott, Recording Vice President O’Connor, Executive Board members Brandford, Burridge, Cranshaw, Cutler, Dougherty, Schwartz, Sharman, Assistant to the President Boyle.

Minutes from May 27, 2014 reviewed. It was moved and seconded to approve the minutes from May 27, 2014 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.

Financial Vice President Olcott reported that the American Ballet Theater memorandum of agreement was ratified.

Executive Board member Hyde present at 11:15. Recording Vice President O’Connor reported on a Public Relations Committee meeting and a proposed public relations budget. Discussion held.

O’Connor reported on progress of setting up new the booking service, First Choice Musicians. Discussion held.

O’Connor reported on musicians who played an engagement in conjunction with a panel discussion at the Tribeca Family Festival Street Fair on post production tax credits. Discussion held. It was moved and seconded to donate $925.94 to the Council for Living Music to pay musicians who played for the above mentioned event, to be paid from the public relations budget. Motion carried unanimously.

Assistant to the President Boyle excused. Personnel matters discussed.

Boyle and Theater Representative Copeland present. Copeland presented a Letter of Agreement (LOA) with the Irish Repertoire Theater. Discussion held. Copeland excused. It was moved and seconded to approve the LOA. Motion carried. O’Connor opposed.

O’Connor presented 3 requests for leaves of absence from Broadway musicians. It was moved and seconded to approve the leaves of absence. Motion carried unanimously.

Boyle and Director of Lincoln Center and Theater Activities Bond present. Bond presented an agreement with Broadway Worldwide, Inc. for electronic television use of Broadway productions. Discussion held. Boyle and Bond excused.

Local 802 Counsel Bruce Simon present. Simon advised on an employment issue. Discussion held. Simon excused. Discussion continued on personnel matters. Further discussion held on the Agreement with Broadway Worldwide.

Local 802 Controller Camiolo present. Camiolo presented March financials. Discussion held. Camiolo excused.

Meeting adjourned at 1:48 p.m.

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TUESDAY, JUNE 10, 2014

Meeting called to order at 11:05 AM by Financial Vice President Olcott. Present: Olcott, Recording Vice President O’Connor, Executive Board members Brandford, Burridge, Cranshaw, Cutler, Dougherty, Hyde, Kruvand, Schwartz, Sharman, Assistant to the President Boyle. President Gagliardi absent on union business.

Assistant to the President Boyle announced his resignation effective immediately. Discussion held. Boyle excused.

Local 802 Controller Camiolo present. Camiolo presented Local 802’s 2013 990 federal tax return. Discussion held. Camiolo excused. It was moved and seconded to approve the 990 return. Motion carried unanimously.

Financial Vice President Olcott reported on Queens Symphony matters. Discussion held.

Recording Vice President O’Connor reported on personnel matters. Discussion held.

O’Connor reported on the Justice For Jazz Artists demonstration at Madison Park on June 7 directed at Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group, which owns the Jazz Standard. Discussion held.

O’Connor reported on Resorts World Casino negotiations.

O’Connor presented an invoice from Geto & de Milly for $3,284 for advertising for First Choice Musicians. Discussion held. It was moved and seconded to pay the invoice. Motion carried unanimously.

O’Connor presented 3 requests for leaves of absence from Broadway musicians. It was moved and seconded to approve the leaves of absence.Motion carried unanimously.

Local 802 Theater Representative Copeland present. Copeland presented an agreement with Inside Broadway, AKA Midtown Management Group, Inc. Discussion held. Copeland excused. It was moved and seconded to approve the agreement with Inside Broadway. Motion carried unanimously.

O’Connor reported on a program available from Cornell University ILR School for the Local 802 staff. Discussion held.

Minutes from June 3, 2014 reviewed. It was moved and seconded to approve the minutes from June 3, 2014 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.

Meeting adjourned at 12:59 p.m.

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TUESDAY, JUNE 11, 2014

Special Session Meeting called by Financial Vice President Olcott, Recording Vice President O’Connor, Executive Board members Brandford, Burridge, Cutler, Dougherty, Kruvand, Sharman.

Meeting called to order at 5:47 PM by Financial Vice President Olcott. Present: Olcott, Recording Vice President O’Connor, Executive Board members Brandford, Burridge, Cutler, Dougherty, Kruvand, Sharman.

It was moved and seconded to adopt the following amendment to the bylaws, as published in Allegro and in accordance with Article VIII, Section 4 of the Bylaws:

Article III Section 3

(b) Members suspended, or terminated for a period of less than six (6) months, for nonpayment of dues may be reinstated upon payment of all arrears, plus a late fine of $5.00 for each quarter of arrears, plus the current quarter’s dues. The Executive Board may delay the imposition of said late fine on suspended members by one calendar month in the event that a timely notice or reminder has not been sent by the local.

(e) (2) A member who resigns in good standing may be readmitted by the payment of a reinstatement fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) plus the current quarter’s dues.

(e) (3) A member who has resigned and been readmitted with said reduced reinstatement fee and then resigned again prior to having been a member in good standing for three consecutive years must reenter under the terms of Section 3(c) of this Article.

(e) (5) If a resigned member has performed professional musical services covered by a union contract within the jurisdiction of Local 802 during the period of resignation, his/her resignation in good standing and all rights and privileges pertaining thereto shall be revoked. In order to reinstate membership, such resigned member must reinstate under the provisions of paragraph (c) of this section.

Motion carried unanimously.

It was moved and seconded to adopt the terms of the American Ballet Theater memorandum of agreement approved by the Executive Board on May 27 as the Local 802 promulgated freelance opera and ballet rates.

Discussion held.

Motion carried unanimously.

Meeting adjourned at 5:58 p.m.

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TUESDAY, JUNE 17, 2014

Meeting called to order at 11:03 AM by Financial Vice President Olcott. Present: Olcott, Executive Board members Brandford, Burridge, Cutler, Dougherty, Hyde, Kruvand, Sharman. Sharman taking minutes.

Minutes from June 10, 2014 reviewed. It was moved and seconded to approve the minutes from June 10, 2014 as corrected. Motion carried unanimously.

Minutes from the Special Session Meeting on June 11, 2014 reviewed. Discussion held. It was moved and seconded to approve the minutes from June 11, 2014 as corrected. Motion carried unanimously.

Executive Board member Schwartz present at 11:13. Financial Vice President Olcott reported on matters concerning the resignation of former Director of Political and Public Relations and Assistant to the President K.C. Boyle. Discussion held.

Olcott reported on the Metropolitan Opera negotiations and issues concerning the New York City Opera Orchestra. Discussion held.

President Gagliardi present at 11:36. Gagliardi reported on Local 802’s involvement and support with the ASCAP/Columbia Film Scoring Workshop. Discussion held. It was moved and seconded to contribute $3,500 to the above mentioned workshop. Discussion held. Motion carried unanimously.

Gagliardi reported on the Integrated Media Agreement (IMA) negotiations. Discussion held.

Financial Vice President Olcott presented a property tax invoice from the New York City Department of Finance payable in the amount of $146,410.47. Discussion held. It was moved and seconded to approve payment of the invoice. Motion carried unanimously.

Gagliardi reported on Local 802 position vacancies for Director of Political and Public Relations and Assistant to the President. Discussion held.

Gagliardi reported on the recent executive committee presidium of the Federation Internationale Musiciens (FIM) recently held in Rome. Discussion held. Gagliardi excused 11:53. Executive Board member Hyde excused 11:53.

Olcott reported on Queens Symphony matters and their request for public service scales for rehearsals and concerts on June 30 and July 30, 2014. Discussion held. It was moved and seconded to approve the above request. Motion carried unanimously.

Executive Board member Hyde present 11:59. Executive Board member Sharman reported an update on the Urbie Green Tribute Event scheduled for June 25, 2014. Discussion held.

Sharman presented a document concerning Article 1, Section 5 (c) and Article 1, Section 6 (c) and possible consideration of a bylaw amendment resolution at the October membership meeting. Discussion held.

Olcott presented 4 requests for leaves of absence from Broadway musicians. It was moved and seconded to approve the leaves of absence.

Meeting adjourned at 12:40 p.m.

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TUESDAY, JUNE 24, 2014

Meeting called to order at 11:05 AM. Present: President Gagliardi, Financial Vice President Olcott, Recording Vice President O’Connor, Executive Board members Brandford, Burridge, Kruvand, Schwartz, Sharman, Assistant to the President Bond.

Minutes from June 17, 2014 reviewed. It was moved and seconded to approve the minutes from June 17, 2014 as corrected. Motion carried unanimously.

President Gagliardi presented an agreement with Broadway Worldwide, Inc. (BWI.) Discussion held. It was moved and seconded to approve the agreement with BWI pending review of the Broadway Theater Committee. Motion carried unanimously.

Discussion held on the New York City Opera.

Executive Board member Hyde present at 11:35.

Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular matters discussed.

Gagliardi reported on the AFM Southern Conference of Locals held in Tulsa, OK June 20 through 22.

Gagliardi reported on Metropolitan Opera contract campaign matters. Discussion held.

Gagliardi presented a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with the New York Philharmonic for the subs and extras bargaining unit. Discussion held. It was moved and seconded to approve the MOA. Motion carried unanimously. Assistant to the President Bond excused.

Gagliardi reported on personnel matters. Discussion held. It was moved and seconded to adjust the salary of a non-bargaining unit employee. Motion carried unanimously.

Executive Board member Schwartz excused at 12:25. Discussion held on “Black Stars of the Great White Way,” a concert that took place at Carnegie Hall on June 23. Bond present. Schwartz present at 12:35.

It was moved and seconded to renew Local 802’s membership in Healthcare For All for $150. Discussion held. Motion carried unanimously.

Recording Vice President O’Connor reported on First Choice Musicians. It was moved and seconded to transfer $500 to First Choice Musicians for operating costs. Discussion held. Motion carried unanimously.

O’Connor presented an invoice for $5,225.46 from Kaback Service for labor performed on the Local 802 building air conditioning system. It was moved and seconded to pay the invoice. Motion carried unanimously.

O’Connor reported on his attendance at a meeting of labor leaders and activists on June 12 to discuss the People’s Climate March to take place on September 20. Discussion held. It was moved and seconded to endorse a resolution of support for the People’s Climate March. Discussion held. Motion carried unanimously. Bond excused.

O’Connor reported on a Cornell Workers Institute program to promote workplace respect. Discussion held. It was moved and seconded to purchase two tickets to a benefit event to honor David Valentin for a total of $350. Discussion held. Motion carried unanimously.

Board recessed at 1:32. Board reconvened at 1:56.

Gagliardi reported on a scheduled meeting with Mayor de Blasio to discuss upcoming Metropolitan Opera negotiations.

Financial Vice President Olcott reported that he gave a report on the Metropolitan Opera to the delegates of the New York Central Labor Council on June 19.

Executive Board member Sharman reported on a tribute event for Local 802 member and trombonist Urbie Green scheduled for June 24 in the Local 802 Club Room. Discussion held.

Discussion held on Local 802 Bylaws.

Gagliardi excused at 2:25. Olcott assumed the chair. O’Connor presented 6 requests for leaves of absence from Broadway musicians. Gagliardi present at 2:29. Gagliardi resumed the chair. It was moved and seconded to approve the leaves of absence. Motion carried unanimously.

Theater Representative Copeland present. Copeland presented a side letter of agreement with City Center, Inc. for the Lobby Project. Discussion held. Copeland excused. It was moved and seconded to approve the side letter of agreement. Motion carried unanimously.

Electronic Media Services Department Representative Sheldon present. Sheldon presented a Limited Pressing Agreement (LPA) with Playwrights Horizon for “Fly By Night.” Sheldon excused. It was moved and seconded to approve the LPA. Motion carried unanimously.

Meeting adjourned at 2:44 p.m.

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TUESDAY, JULY 1, 2014

Meeting called to order at 11:15 AM by Financial Vice President Olcott. Present: Olcott, Recording Vice President O’Connor, Executive Board members Brandford, Burridge, Cutler, Schwartz, Sharman, Assistant to the President Bond.

Recording Vice President O’Connor presented 3 requests for leaves of absence from Broadway musicians. It was moved and seconded to approve the leaves of absence. Motion carried unanimously.

Minutes from June 24, 2014 reviewed. It was moved and seconded to approve the minutes from June 24, 2014 as corrected. Motion carried unanimously.

Financial Vice President Olcott reported on a tentative agreement with Westchester Philharmonic. Discussion held.

O’Connor reported on Organizing Department personnel matters. Discussion held.

Executive Board member Hyde present at 11:30. O’Connor and Olcott reported on a memorandum of agreement reached with Local 802 professional staff union, OUR (Organization of Union Representatives). Discussion held.

Olcott presented an invitation to a Brad Hoylman for State Senate fundraiser on July 14. Discussion held. It was moved and seconded to purchase one ticket for $250 to the Hoylman fundraiser to be paid from TEMPO. Discussion held. Motion carried unanimously.

Olcott reported on personnel matters. Discussion held.

O’Connor reported on the necessity of replacing Local 802’s boiler and water heater. Discussion held.

President Gagliardi present at 12 noon. Gagliardi assumed the chair.

It was moved and seconded to approve up to $32,750 to replace the boiler and water heater. Motion carried unanimously.

O’Connor reported on a non-union performance featuring a 60 piece orchestra scheduled to take place on July 23 at Lincoln Center as part of their Out of Doors series. Discussion held.

Gagliardi reported on the Metropolitan Opera contract campaign.

Gagliardi presented a proposal from Geto & deMilly, Local 802’s public relations firm, to raise their retainer rate. It was moved and seconded to increase the retainer fee for Geto & deMilly. Discussion held. Motion carried unanimously.

Gagliardi reported on Integrated Media Agreement negotiations.

Further discussion held on the Metropolitan Opera campaign.

Discussion held on issues associated with the restructured Local 802 Musicians Health Plan.

Cornell Industrial Relations School Program Director KC Wagner present. Wagner reported on Cornell’s “Respect in the Workplace” program. Discussion held. Wagner excused. Discussion held.

Radio City Music Hall matters discussed.

Meeting adjourned at 1:22 p.m.

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TUESDAY, JULY 22, 2014

Meeting called to order at 11:15 AM. Present: President Gagliardi, Vice President Olcott, Recording Vice President O’Connor, Executive Board members Brandford, Cranshaw, Cutler, Schwartz, Sharman, Assistant to the President Bond.

Minutes from July 1, 2014 reviewed. It was moved and seconded to approve the minutes from July 1, 2014 as corrected. Motion carried unanimously.

President Gagliardi reported on Metropolitan Opera matters. Discussion held. It was moved and seconded to hire Bill Hires to be part of the Local 802’s political team in respect to the Metropolitan Opera contract campaign. Discussion held. Motion carried. O’Connor opposed. Gagliardi continued his report on Metropolitan Opera matters. Discussion held.

Gagliardi reported that 54 Below negotiations will resume on July 23.

Financial Vice President Olcott presented a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with Westchester Philharmonic. Discussion held. It was moved and seconded to approve the MOA with Westchester Philharmonic. Discussion held. Motion carried unanimously.

Olcott presented a proposal for increasing Local 802 Public Service Scales. It was moved and seconded to increase the Public Service Scales as presented by the Financial Vice President. Discussion held. Motion carried unanimously.

Gagliardi reported on the AFM Local Conference Committee and the Player Conference Committee meetings that took place in Reno, NV July 18 through July 20. Discussion held.

Concert Representative Fisher present. Olcott and Fisher presented an MOA with the Stamford Symphony. Discussion held. Fisher excused. It was moved and seconded to approve the MOA with the Stamford Symphony. Motion carried unanimously.

Olcott reported on Long Island Philharmonic matters. Discussion held. Executive Board member Schwartz excused at 12:35.

Recording Vice President O’Connor reported on KMR programming implementation of Local 802’s computer system. It was moved and seconded to contract with Casey O’Connor to act as project manager to facilitate the completion of programming implementation by KMR. Discussion held. Motion carried unanimously.

O’Connor presented a request to promote Club Date Representative and Latin Organizer Miguel Santana to the position of Senior Business Representative. It was moved and seconded to approve the promotion. Motion carried unanimously. Schwartz present at 12:45. O’Connor presented a request to promote Jazz Representative Todd Weeks to the position of Principal Business Representative. It was moved and seconded to approve the promotion. Motion carried unanimously.

O’Connor reported on organizing efforts to have more post production work of films shot in New York done locally under the AFM Motion Picture Agreement. Discussion held.

O’Connor presented 8 requests for leaves of absence from Broadway musicians. It was moved and seconded to approve the leaves of absence. Motion carried unanimously.

Local 802 Controller Camiolo present. Camiolo presented April financials. Discussion held. Camiolo excused.

Meeting adjourned at 1:15 p.m.

The Executive Board did not meet on July 8, 2014 or July 15, 2014