MN State Interior Systems Local 68

04/22/2026

04/22/2026

03/31/2026

https://gofund.me/07b9f4e3e

Hi everyone,
I’m reaching out to ask for help for one of our brothers from Local 68, Leopoldo Martinez.

On March 25th, 2026, Leopoldo was at home enjoying a beautiful day, grilling some food on the deck. He stepped inside to grab some vegetables, and when he came back out, the whole deck was already in flames.

Leopoldo made it outside with his service dog, but when he realized his wife wasn’t with him, he ran back inside to save her. He shielded her with his body as they escaped the fire. Sadly, his loyal service dog ran back inside after him and didn’t make it out.
Leopoldo suffered 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degree burns on his arm and head. Their home was completely destroyed, and they lost everything they owned. With no family here in the Twin Cities, Leopoldo and his wife need our help as they start to rebuild their lives.

Anything helps — every donation, every share, and every word of support means the world to them. Thank you all for showing what union brotherhood is truly about.

Hola a todos,
Estoy pidiendo ayuda para uno de nuestros hermanos del Local 68, Leopoldo Martínez.
El 25 de marzo de 2026, Leopoldo estaba en casa disfrutando de un hermoso día, asando comida en su terraza. Entró por un momento para buscar unas verduras, y cuando regresó, toda la terraza ya estaba envuelta en llamas.
Leopoldo logró salir con su perro de servicio, pero al darse cuenta de que su esposa no había salido con él, corrió de nuevo hacia adentro para rescatarla. La protegió con su cuerpo mientras escapaban del fuego. Lamentablemente, su fiel perro de servicio corrió nuevamente hacia la casa y no logró salir.
Leopoldo sufrió quemaduras de primer, segundo y tercer grado en su brazo y cabeza. Su casa fue completamente destruida, perdiendo todo lo que tenían. Sin familia aquí en las Ciudades Gemelas, Leopoldo y su esposa necesitan de nuestra ayuda para comenzar de nuevo.
Cualquier ayuda cuenta— cada donación, cada compartida y cada palabra de apoyo significan muchísimo. Gracias a todos por demostrar el verdadero espíritu de hermandad sindical.

Hi everyone, I’m reaching out to ask for help for one of our brothers from Lo… Diego Morales needs your support for Rebuilding for Leopoldo After the Fire

03/18/2026

Join your fellow Union Carpenters on April 8 & 9, 2026 for the Annual Minnesota Legislative Conference. This two-day event is more than a visit to the State Capitol, it is a chance to stand together, build meaningful legislative relationships, and gain insight into the issues that impact our trade and Minnesota’s working families.
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Conference Schedule
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 5:30pm-8:00pm
Welcome Reception with elected officials at NMRCC Union Hall, 710 Olive Street, Saint Paul, MN 55130.
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 7:30am-4:00pm
Conference Program & Day on the Hill. Begin at NMRCC Union Hall, 710 Olive Street, Saint Paul, MN 55130. Shuttles will be provided from the Carpenters Union to the Capitol.

Secure your participation by registering today! For questions, please reach out to Kim Nelson at [email protected].

10/23/2025

Carpenters & Joiners Fund Member Benefits Fair
Thursday, 10-23-25 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM
At: 710 Olive Street, St. Paul, MN

Please join us at the 4th Annual Benefits Fair being hosted in the Carpenters Great Hall to get more information and updates on your benefits! Members who attend are able to get questions answered
one-on-one or listen to the presentations and stay for
aQ&A.
This Benefits Fair is open to all crafts and members of Local 68, 322, 548, 930, 1382 and 1847.
Spouses are encouraged to attend. Food and drink will be provided.
Please register below, mark your calendar, make a list of your questions and join us for an afternoon.

Providers:
Wilson-McShane
Carpenters Federal Credit Union
Milliman
TEAM
MetLife
Guttman Law Office
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Huxley Optical

Presentations:
Presentations will take place from 4-7:00 p.m.in the order listed:
WM $Bank/HRA/Flex-Choice
WM DB/LIB Pension Update & Info
Milliman/DC
Gold Plan and Medicare
WM Death Benefits/MetLife

08/28/2025

Volunteers are needed for the Car Show on Saturday, September 20, 2025. For information, contact Noah Pratt at 651-341-4438 or Monica Morales at 651-209-3466.

07/21/2025

Local Union Meeting Tonight!!!

The July General Membership Meeting is today, Monday, July 21st @ 6pm. (700 Olive St., St. Paul, MN 55130) Dinner to follow the meeting!

The Executive Board will meet prior to the General Membership Meeting at 430pm.

Installation of newly elected officers and delegates will take place tonight at the General Membership Meeting.

Please note: the City of St. Paul is performing sewer work at the intersection of Olive St. and Phalen Blvd. just north of the union hall and the road is temporarily closed. Due to this construction you can only access Olive St. from the south at University Ave.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

- Local 68 Executive Board