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Available beginning October 1, 2023 What services will the new Member Assistance Program provide you? The MCASF Local 725 Health & Welfare Trust is pleased to introduce a new Members Assistance Program designed to help Local 725 members and their covered family members cope with the many personal and work challenges that we all encounter from time to time. For example, you may need confidential assistance managing stress or depression, learning new parenting skills, or finding a nursing home for a loved one. This new program, the Ulliance Life Advisor Member Assistance Program , provides many services including short-term counseling for mental health issues, coaching, crisis intervention, and community resources. Other examples of areas of assistance include: Counseling to help you manage stress, anxiety, and depression. Substance abuse counseling. Family issues counseling. Financial counseling. We think this program will be very helpful for you and your family members who are covered under the health plan. ​ Read the Introductory letter to this new program. READ HERE Watch Watch these introductory video on our new Member Assistance Program Watch Introductory Video Learn More Learn more on our new Member Assistance Program Member Assistance Program Summary How to Login into the MAP Portal Legal & Financial Assistance Identity Theft Monitoring 15 Reasons To Use the Life Advisor EAP Anxiety, Stress, Sadness/Depression, Anger, Communication, Relationships, Substance Use/Addictions, Grief and Loss, Parenting/Family, Medical/Elder Care, Career/Performance Issues, Domestic Violence, Legal/Financial. The EAP is for concerns that impact your daily life, relationships, work-life balance, mental health, work and career, quality of life and overall wellness - right now. Call today and speak with a mental health professional before your concerns become a crisis. 1. When you've had an argument with your spouse/significant other and are struggling with communication. 2. When you're worried about something your teenager said or did. 3. When your good friend suddenly ghosts you and you have no idea why. 4. When you're stressed because there's not enough money for holiday season, summer vacation or bills. 5. When you've got a legal question, but you'd rather not ask your family member. 6. When you're feeling overwhelmed with Just. Too. Much, Stuff. To. Do. 7. You just got married and your kids and your new spouse's kids aren't getting along. 8. When you feel down or anxious, don't know why, and aren't sure how to deal with it. 9. When you're struggling at work making mistakes, calling in, or getting written up often. 10. When your grown kids are asking too much of you. 11. When your spouse has lost their job and you don't know where to turn. 12. When you're feeling really isolated, lost or lonely. 13. When you've decided to rein in your spending and create a family budget. 14. If you've thought about hurting yourself. 15. When you've had a death or loss in your family and would like to talk to someone. Ulliance provides no cost, confidential, short-term counseling for you & your family. Contact us at 800-448-8326 Monthly Newsletter Emotional Agility: A Superpower We Can All Cultivate: Experiencing a wide range of human emotions is what makes each of us unique. All emotions play a vital role in our overall well-being. It's important to understand that emotions should never be labeled as either good or bad. In reality, all emotions are healthy and serve a purpose, even if they're not always comfortable. Read More Harnessing Emotional Agility: Emotional agility is the practice of using feelings as information to help us make decisions based on core values and goals. When we use feelings as data or information, we are not getting swept up in their intensity. Read More Life Advisor Well-Being Webinar Library: On demand webinars focusing on work/life balance issues and remedies. Read More Discounts For You! WORKING ADVANTAGE Find exclusive deals on hotels, flights, theme parks, and more for your next vacation. Enjoy unbeatable prices on popular destinations through our exclusive network of travel partners. Start planning your dream trip today! Discounts on other items, such as dining, shopping & more. Read More Log In

About Us Benefit Services was established in 2018 to provide professional, caring and dedicated administration of health care and retirement benefits to the members and their dependents of United Association Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Pipefitters Local Union 725 and to provide remittance support to the contributing employers of Mechanical Contractors Association of South Florida. ​ The Offices of Benefit Services are located at 15800 Pines Blvd., Suite 201, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33027. The Funds. The Employee Benefit Trust Funds are administered and maintained by a Board of Trustees, which consist of equal number of labor appointed and management appointed Trustees. Each Employee Benefit Trust Fund is administered through the terms and provisions of their respected Plan Document and Trust Agreement. PENSION FUND The Pension benefits are provided by the MCASF Local 725 Pension Trust Fund. HEALTH FUND The Health Care benefits are provided by the MCASF local 725 Health & Welfare Trust Fund. DEFINED CONTRIBUTION FUND The Defined Contribution benefits are provided by the MCASF Local 725 Defined Contribution Retirement Trust Fund EMPLOYER REMITTANCE Employer remittance support is provided by the MCASF Local 725 Service Corporation The Board of Trustees. Dedication. Expertise. Passion. Co-Chairman Kenneth E. Scott, Jr. Business Manager/FST UA Local Union 725 Co-Chairman Eduardo Llosent CEO Airtech Air Conditioning Labor Trustee Thomas A. Flavell Business Agent UA Local Union 725 Employer Trustee Julie C. Dietrich Executive Vice President Mechanical Contractors Association of South FL Labor Trustee Ralph J. Castro Journeyman South Florida Trane Employer Trustee Carlos I. Borja President Weathertrol Maintenance Corp. Labor Trustee Robert T. Heslekrants General Foreman Nagelbush Mechanical Employer Trustee Christopher S. Figueras President Evo Air The Benefit Office Professional. Caring. Dedicated. Jeffrey Allen Administrator Lianet Prieto Director of Operations Joshua Allen Plan Associate - Retirement Louis Hernandez Coordinator - Healthcare Roberto Mattei Bookkeeper - Accounting

FAQs This page contains Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Pension Fund. Should you have a question or concern regarding your retirement benefit, contact the Benefit Office at 754-777-77353 or info@725benefits.org Pension Fund Frequently Asked Questions Q. How do I become a Participant in the Plan? A. You will become a Participant on the first day of the month in which you accrue 400 Hours in Covered Employment during a period of 12 consecutive months beginning with your first day of employment ending on your first anniversary of employment. ​ Q. I am going through a divorce, what happens to my pension? A. If your former spouse is awarded a portion of your earned benefit through the Plan, it will be necessary that you and your former spouse complete a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) so that the Plan can pay benefits to your former spouse. You may contact the Benefit Office and request that a sample QDRO be provided to you. ​ Q. Does the Pension Plan affect Social Security benefits in any way? A. No. ​ Q. Can pensions be paid or assigned or garnered to others? A. No. Pensions cannot be assigned to a third party. The only exceptions are for payments in accordance with a "Qualified Domestic Relations Order," or on the death of the Participant to a designated beneficiary. ​ Q. If benefits are denied, may a participant or beneficiary appeal? A. Yes. Any participant or beneficiary denied a benefit has the right to appeal to the Trustees within 60 days after the date shown on the letter of denial. The rules for filing an appeal are briefly outlined in your Summary Plan Description (SPD). ​ Q . How far in advance should I request an application for retirement? A. You can request an application for retirement any time during the 180 days prior to your expected retirement date but in no event, not later than the last working day of the month prior to the month in which you want to retire with this Plan. Though you can download the application on this website, you will still need the benefit option form, which details optional benefits as well as the monthly value for those benefits. That form is provided to you from the Benefit Office only. ​ Q. In addition to the application for retirement, what other documents do I have to submit to the Fund office? A. You will need to provide photocopies of the birth certificates for you and your spouse, copy of your marriage license, copy of photo state issued identification for you and your spouse, and copy of you and your spouse's Social Security card. If you are divorced, you are required to submit a copy of the final judgment of dissolution with copies of the marital settlement or property settlement agreement and/or a copy of the Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO). ​ Q. I am currently receiving a monthly pension benefit from the Plan and would like to change the tax withholding. What needs to be done? A. You can change your tax withholding as often as you wish by completing a new W-4P which can be obtained from the Benefit Office or downloaded from the website. Once this form is completed, you must return it to the Benefit Office for implementation. You may submit your W-4P form through the Participant Portal. ​ Q. I am currently receiving a monthly pension benefit from the Plan and would like to change the bank account information. How do I change this information? A. You can change your direct deposit information by completing a new Direct Deposit Form which can be obtained from the Benefit Office or downloaded from the website. Once this form is completed, you must return it to the Benefit Office for implementation. You may also change your bank account online through the Participant Portal. ​ Q. I am thinking of retiring, what is the earliest age I can retire? A. A member can retire as early as age 55 as long as you have 10 vesting credits. If you retire early, your benefit will be reduced for every month you retire prior to the normal retirement age of 65. Also, if you retire early, you may not work in the trade, craft, industry anywhere in the United States and continue to receive your monthly benefit, you will be suspended until you are no longer work. You should contact the Benefit Office to discuss your eligibility for early retirement. Q. I recently moved, how do I change my address? A. For your protection, all address changes must be submitted in writing. You can change your address in one of three ways: a) Mail or fax a letter to the Benefit Office with your new address or b) Complete the Address Change Form located on the website and mail or fax to the Benefit Office for processing. c) Log into your Participant Portal and complete the address change form online. ​ Q. I am age 65 and I'm contemplating retiring, can I still work for my employer and receive my monthly pension benefit? A. If you are age 65 and want to retire and continue to work for a Local 725 contributing employer, YES, you can receive your monthly pension benefit and continue to work for your Local 725 contributing employer. There is no restriction of the number of hours you work for that Local 725 contributing employer either and still receive your pension. ​ Q. Whom should I contact if I'm getting a divorce and what documents do I need to submit? A. Please call the Benefit Office and advise the Healthcare and Retirement Services that you are getting a divorce or have already gotten divorced. You will also need to submit a FULL copy of your Dissolution of Marriage Judgment, QDRO (Qualified Domestic Relations Order) Martial Settlement or Property Settlement Agreement and any Qualified Medical Child Support Order to this office. ​ Don't forget to contact the Union Hall (305) 681-8596 to provide them with a copy of your divorce decree. The Benefit Office does not and cannot provide a copy to the Union Hall without your written approval to share that information/documentation. ​ Q. I am age 65, retired and still am working for my employer, does my pension get adjusted for the work I am doing now? A. Yes, an age 65+ working retiree, will have their monthly pension benefit adjusted for the work they are doing in a Plan Year as long as you work at least 400 hour in the plan year, which runs January through December. Each February, the Benefit Office reviews all working retirees of Local 725 contributing employers and recalculates their monthly pension benefit based on the hours worked and contributions received on your behalf. ​ Q. Do I have to complete the Pension Verification Statement I received in the mail? A. Yes, the Pension Plan Rules requires periodic certification of all participant's retirement status for the previous 12 months. Failing to complete the statement by November 1st will result in a suspension of your future benefit payments until the Benefit Office receives your completed Verification Statement. ​ Contact Retirement Services for any additional questions you may have about your pension benefit.

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JUNTA DIRECTIVA FIDUCIARIOS LABORALES Kenneth E. Scott, Jr. Copresidente UA Local 725 Thomas Flavell UA Local 725 Robert Heslekrants UA Local 725 Ralph Castro UA Local 725 FIDUCIARIOS DE GESTIÓN Eduardo Llosent Copresidente Aire Acondicionado Airtech Julie Dietrich MCASF Carlos Borja Weathertrol Larry significa Enfriadores del sureste Chris Figueras Alterno EvoAir Asociación Unida de Instaladores de Tuberías de Aire Acondicionado y Refrigeración Unión Local 725 Asociación de Contratistas Mecánicos de Sur de la Florida 13185 NW 45 Avenida Opa-Locka, FL 33054 (305) 681-8596 160 Oeste Camino Real #132 Boca Ratón, FL 33432 (305) 290-3970

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