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Executive Board Ron Medina
Steve Griego Darlene Mora Aaron Santos Frances Serna David Ortiz Carlos Torres Pete Aranda Jake Valencia
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Upcoming Events |
Next Meeting
Meetings are held every
2nd Wednesday of the Month
6 pm - 9 pm
Council 18 Main Office
1202 Pennsylvania Ave. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
505-266-2505
Fighting for Progress
“You only make progress by fighting for progress”
Words by George Meany, President
AFL, 1952 to 1955
AFL-CIO, 1955 to 1979
AFL, American Federation of Labor
AFL-CIO, American Federation of Labor Congress Industrial Organizations
(The AFL-CIO was formed in 1955 by the merger of the American Federation
of Labor and the Congress of Industrial Organizations. Representing more
than 13 million working men and women nationwide)
Fighting for progress, in many eyes, seems that it means mano a mano, hand to hand combat. However I personally know that it means to get involved and informed, so you have the knowledge or pass the knowledge to help one another.
Remember that it is up to all of us to make progress by fighting for progress. Progress will not come from one (1) to seven (7) individuals fighting for progress; we need all of us working together to make progress.
In Solidarity,
Robert Sanchez, Former President
AFSCME Local 624
Steward Training
Steward training classes are currently being conducted for State, County and City members with announcements mailed and/or posted prior to the workshops. The exchange of information, increased understanding of the contract and sharpening of skills, which occur as a result of training greatly, assists all stewards—The frontline of the Union
Council 18 Working For You!
Council 18 continues to devote a major portion of its time, effort, and money toward servicing locals.
The Council supports the locals in six major areas of servicing:
- Grievances, disciplinary actions, and prohibited practice
claims
- Proactive relations with city, county, and state officials
regarding policies
- Lawsuits
- Trainings, including steward trainings and safety trainings
- Safety inspections and advice
- Contract negotiations
AFSCME in Action in New Mexico
AFSCME New Mexico’s PEOPLE Committee voted to Endorse Congressman Udall for United States Senate and Martin Heinrich for New Mexico’s First Congressional District because both are strong, consistent supporter of the hard working people of New Mexico. Read more...
Why does AFSCME get involved in politics?
Our jobs, wages and working conditions are directly linked to politics. From threatened changes in overtime to privatization to budget cuts, politics at the federal, state and local levels affect public services and workers. Through active participation in the political arena, AFSCME members have a say in policy-making and in electing politicians who support laws that benefit working families. AFSCME is one of the most powerful and politically effective unions inAmerica.
News from AFSCME International
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If you've got a view you'd like to share on an issue that affects working families, we want to hear it! Talk Back to AFSCME and you might be in the next issue of AFSCME WORKS. |
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Power to Win is the result of a two-year effort involving leaders and activists from across the country. Repeatedly, they said the best way to build a stronger union is to get more people involved and give them the training they need to be effective. The result is the new AFSCME Leadership Academy for activists, staff and leaders. Read More. |
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AFSCME WORKS — the official publication
of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees.
The latest issue examines how the American Dream is getting further out of reach for working families. Take a look at where the presidential candidates stand on the issues that matter to AFSCME members. Also, read about AFSCME's new look, including a billboard advertising campaign at Washington's National Airport. You can also find up-to-date stories and breaking news by reading AFSCME
WORKS Online Xtras. |
- AFSCME Town Meeting: Our Voices, Our Future -- Final Report (PDF)
- AFSCME Delegates Pass 21st Century Initiative
- Power to Fight: AFSCME's bold, new action plan
POSITIONS WE FIGHT FOR:
- Fighting Social Security Privatization
- Fighting for Education Funding
- Fighting for Head Start Funding
SCHOLARSHIPS
Below is a full list of scholarship opportunities available through AFSCME. Click on an individual scholarship to download an application and for information on requirements and deadlines.
- Nadra Floyd Memorial Scholarship
A $2,000 renewable scholarship for AFSCME members and staff who would like to attend the National Labor College in Silver Spring, Maryland.
- Joey Parisi Scholarship
Available to a staff person or local officer who is a full-time or release-time AFSCME organizer, this scholarship covers tuition to the National Labor College.
- AFSCME Family Scholarship
Offers a $2,000 renewable scholarship to 10 high school seniors each year.
- Jerry Clark Memorial Scholarship
A collegiate scholarship for juniors and seniors who major in political science; it includes a summer internship in the AFSCME Political Action Department in Washington, D.C.
Advantages of Membership
AFSCME Benefits for Union Members and Their Families
We offer benefits to members because the programs help union members and their families in their daily lives, resulting in greater overall satisfaction with the union.
Through AFSCME Advantage, members are able to save time and money at home, when they're off the job.
Remember, with the AFSCME Advantage benefits, union membership
doesn't cost, it pays!
AFSCME Advantage
List of AFSCME
Advantages
en Espanol: Los
Beneficios de AFSCME Advantage
Grievance Form
Guidelines for Writing a Grievance
- State the grievance in a concise description of the basic facts and
information
- Don't include statements of personal opinion
- Don't include your evidence or arguments in the case - save those
for when you meet with management
- List any and all management violations of the contract, work rules,
etc., which apply; after you list specific contract articles, you may want
to include a phrase such as "and all other applicable sections of the
contract." This allows the chance to expand your arguments should additional
details become known at a later time.
- Clearly state the desired remedy (that is, exactly what the grievance and/or the union want as a solution to the problem); make sure you ask the grievant what he/she wants before writing the remedy.
Download a grievance form in MS WORD format that you can edit.
Local 0624 Contract
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