INFORMATION BULLETIN -  February 6, 2006

TENTATIVE SATURDAYS: The company has advised Chairman Nick Gallogly and the Bargaining Structure that there will be mandatory Saturdays for both shifts on February 11th, 2006 and February 25th, 2006. Please note: schedules are always subject to change.

UNEMPLOYMENT INFORMATION: For those members who may take a temporary layoff: The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) no longer has unemployment forms. You must file for unemployment by calling 1.877.644.6562 or by filing online at unemployment.ohio.gov. Some information for filing your claim is listed as follows.

1. You must use the claim number provided by ODJFS for the week your layoff begins when filing for unemployment.

2. PLEASE NOTE: You must access the ODJFS website or call ODJFS TWICE to receive benefits.

3. Full details and instructions are available in Human Resources and at the union hall.

UNEMPLOYMENT DETERMINATION: Members who may take a temporary layoff must take their ODJFS Determination Notice to Human Resources to file for sub pay for your waiting week. This will start your auto sub.

SPECIAL INCENTIVE PACKAGES: Representatives from the UAW National Ford Department and Ford Motor Company will be here from Wednesday February 8th through Friday February 10th, 2006 to present further information regarding the Special Incentive Packages. Benefit Representatives will also be present with individual documents for those eligible to retire. Please note: You must attend the information meeting scheduled for your shift (see schedule below). Meetings will start promptly according to schedule. Please be on time for your meeting. The first 45 minutes of these meetings are dedicated to important information that should be heard by all attending.

Employees working 3rd shift: Wednesday February 8th (2:30 PM – 4:45 PM) – Fountain Bleu Party Center located on Miller Road across from the plant.

Employees working 2nd shift: Thursday February 9th (5:00 PM – 7:30 PM) – Fountain Bleu Party Center located on Miller Road across from the plant.

Employees working 1st shift: Friday February 10th (8:00 AM – 11:00 AM) – Econoline room inside the plant and located near the Main Cafeteria.

OPPORTUNITY FAIR AT OHIO ASSEMBLY PLANT: In conjunction with the retirement packages, we will be conducting an “opportunity fair” at Ohio Assembly Plant on Wednesday February 15th from 2 PM to 8 PM and Thursday February 16th from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Representatives from numerous universities, vocational schools and franchises as well as businesses looking for employees will be present during this period. They will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding their particular school or organization. The fair will be located in the hallway by the administrative offices.

HOURLY OPTIONAL EMPLOYEE AND DEPENDENT LIFE INSURANCE: Limited Open Enrollment Period. When: NOW through March 6th, 2006, as provided in the UAW/Ford agreement. Active employees who currently have coverage under the Employee and Dependent Optional Life Insurance Plan may increase the amount of coverage one level only during the specified period regardless of their health history. To obtain the enrollment forms, contact the Optional Insurance Plan office at 1-800-742-8215. For further information please contact Benefit Reps Tom Orlando at 933-1322 or Dotti Washington at 934-3151 ext. 29.

LIFESTYLE MANAGEMENT: Sign-up for the Lifestyle Management Workshops begins on Monday February 6th, 2006. For further information, please contact Claudia in the Learning Center at 933.1414, Ray Berisko at 933.1399 or Linda at the union hall at 934.3151 Ext. 21.

COSTCO MEMBERSHIP: A special group rate offer from COSTCO Wholesale Club will be available at the local union hall on Thursday and Friday February 16th & 17th, 2006 from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. This offer will only be available at the hall on the above dates. New and renewed memberships include two cards and a free gift. Cash, checks or American Express will be accepted. Costco will provide sample refreshments. For further details call the union hall at 934-3151 ext 21.

BJ’S WHOLESALE CLUB: Now through Friday March 31st, a $30.00 membership fee includes a primary card, as well as a free card to a spouse or household member for a 15-month membership. Offer is good for new and renewed memberships. Applications are available only at the union hall.

UAW / NATIONAL CAP MEETING: I, Tim Donovan, will be out of town attending the National CAP Conference February 6th through February 9th, 2006. First Vice President Jerome Williams will be the President during my absence. You can contact Jerome at the local union hall 934.3151 Ext. 22 or by paging him through the plant paging system (440) 933.1483. His pager number is 0059.

UNION MEETING: The next scheduled union meeting is Sunday February 12th, 2006 at Southview High School, 2270 East 42nd Street in Lorain at 2:30 PM.