By now many of you are aware of the tragic occurence which took place on the Ohio Turnpike Tuesday, January 24th involving one Assistant Foreman, John Fletcher who tragically lost his life, and two fellow Local 436 members, brothers Jim Roudebush and Anthony Stout who remain hospitalized in critical condition.

Secretary Treasurer Jack Fortesque, Vice President Chris Pavone, Trustee Dennis Kashi and myself visited both hospitals yesterday afternoon speaking with Jim's daughters and Anthony's father. At this time, we are reaching out to the members of Local 436 requesting we collectively offer our prayers for their recovery and for comfort and strength to the Fletcher family.

We will keep you abreast as further information is received.

Fraternally,

Gary M. Tiboni, President