PARADE MARSHALSParade Marshals play a critical role in making the Labor Day Parade a success. To play this role marshals will be identified by special tee shirts bearing the Parade logo on the front and the word "MARSHAL" in large letters on the back. (1) Before Labor Day marshals help their locals prepare for the Parade by talking it up, helping to distribute Parade posters, and helping members understand the Parade plans and rules. (2) On Labor Day marshals are responsible for helping to assemble the Parade by assisting Units in their Divisions to line up in the proper order. Marshals also distribute authorized materials (such as Blue Cards) during assembly. Once their Units are marching, marshals are responsible for parade discipline:
Marshals also enforce the rule that candy may not be tossed but must be distributed by hand at curb-side on both sides of the street. They must report violations to their Division Marshals and caution offenders. If violations are repeated, Division Marshals may caution or eject offenders. During assembly and on the march marshals will be in communication with each other through radios operated by a special team of volunteers (3) After Labor Day marshals assist in evaluating the Parade and suggesting ways to improve it. Having worked with the Rochester Labor Council's Education Committee on the Parade, Marshals are encouraged to continue to attend Committee meetings and work not only on next year’s Labor Day Parade but to help plan Labor Lyceum programs, the Labor Film Series and other events; to assist with labor in the schools efforts; to promote union labels; etc. The Rochester Labor Council appreciates the work of the Parade Marshals and the commitment both they and their locals show to the labor community. |
