Members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) District 9 recently participated in a volunteer effort at Soldiers Memorial in downtown St. Louis. The initiative aimed to prepare the site for the city’s upcoming Veterans Day Parade.
Nearly twenty IAM members took part in the clean-up, representing both the District 9 Veterans Committee and the H.E.L.P.S. Committee. Participants came from several locals, including Locals 41, 1745, 688, 313, 1345, 777, and 2782.
The volunteers spent their morning removing litter and debris from the memorial grounds. Some hazardous materials were also collected to ensure that Soldiers Memorial remains a safe and dignified place for honoring military service members.
Sam Cicinelli, IAM Midwest Territory General Vice President, commented on the effort: “Keeping Soldiers Memorial clean and parade-ready is more than a project, it’s a statement of respect. District 9 members once again demonstrated the heart of this union by showing up for our veterans. A sincere thank you to every member who donated their time to support this meaningful project and help prepare Soldiers Memorial for Veterans Day.”
The H.E.L.P.S. Committee stands for Honoring, Engaging, Lifting, Providing, and Servicing. According to IAM guidelines, each district and unaffiliated local within the Midwest Territory is expected to host at least one H.E.L.P.S. event annually.
