Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 11 a.m. in Bakersfield:
Two retired farm workers get more than $36,000 in pension checks; 
UFW appeals to workers who may not know they qualify

What:   Two farm workers who didn't realize they qualified for a United Farm Workers pension will receive checks totaling more than $36,000 during an 11 a.m. ceremony TODAY in Bakersfield.                  

One of UFW founder Cesar Chavez's achievements was creation in the 1970s of America's first―and only--functioning pension plan for field laborers. UFW President Arturo Rodriguez will present two checks to the retired farm workers.

When:            Thursday, July 5, 2007
                      11 a.m.

Where:          Radio Campesina Office
                      9313 Schirra Ct., Bakersfield, CA 93313

Who:              Arturo Rodriguez, UFW President
UFW Retiree Isidro Garcia (receiving $27,000 check)
UFW Retiree Galdino Villalobos (receiving $9,000 check)

Visuals:         Giant check presented to retirees by UFW President

Info:              The UFW and the pension fund hope to spread the word to other retired farm workers who aren't aware they--or their spouses--qualified for pensions when they worked under union contracts.  

Retired farm workers who believe they may qualify for the Juan De La Cruz Pension Plan should call: (800) 321-6607 or (888) 735-5352    

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