At its September 10 union meeting, SMART Local 22 (Morris, Somerset, Sussex, Union Counties, New Jersey) honored long-serving instructor and coordinator Charles Beelitz, naming him “coordinator emeritus” and officially unveiling the local’s new Charles Beelitz Welding Center.
“For 39 years, Charles Beelitz has been more than just an instructor and coordinator,” the local wrote. “He’s been a mentor, a leader and a steady hand guiding countless members along their paths.”
“Charles, your commitment has shaped this local in ways that can’t be measured in years alone,” Local 22 added. “You’ve helped build skills, confidence and camaraderie that will carry on long after today. On behalf of everyone here, we thank you for your dedication, your patience and your unwavering belief in what we can achieve together.”