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Executive Board Andrew Padilla Lee Whistle Maria Gallegos Bernadette Chavez Steve Perkins Molly Galleos Ray Thomas Gary Anderson Mary Chao Brian Mezar Contact Information Andrew Padilla Office Hours: For more info call: 450-2045 Grievance Committee Lee Whistle, Chair Contract Action Team Andrew Padilla Political Committee Don Wencewicz, Chair Training Committee Will Hoffman, Chair, Mary Ann Olguin For more info call: 505-266-2505 |
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Upcoming Events |
Meeting Schedule
3rd Thursday of the Month
Union Hall
1202 Pennsylvania St. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
Phone: 266-2505 ext. 105; Fax: 266-2404
Please join us at the next meeting, as your working future is to be determined.
Fair Standard Act (FLSA) Lawsuit Update
If you have not heard by now, the local has retained Shane Youtz, Attorney at Law to represent the Union in its law suit against the City of Albuquerque for unfair practices regarding our compensation. We are still accepting consent-to-join the lawsuit and any information regarding improper pay. The union is encouraging any employees of the City of Albuquerque to join into the law suit this not just for union members or bargaining unit employees. All are encouraged to contact our office if you believe that you have an FLSA Violation.
Grievances/Arbitrations Update
The grievance committee chaired by Mr. Lee Whistle, Solid Waste Department is continuing to represent, settle and pursue through the arbitration process all complaints filed by our members. The work is difficult and if anyone would like to volunteer to assist the grievance committee, please contact Lee at 681-2766.
Important Arbitration Process
We cannot stress how important the arbitration process is. When we receive
a favorable arbitration decision it becomes the basis for new language
in the next contract negotiating cycle. Not only is winning the arbitration
important to the grievant it is also important to the union membership
for future contractual provisions. If you feel that the City has violated
your rights, let us help you do something about it today. Start by filling
out a grievance form.
Union Victories to Date
To date the Union has won 4 out 5 termination/demotion cases that the
union chose to pursue with settlements of lost wages($$$$) and reinstatement
in some cases. Your union is not just for when people get into trouble
but about your rights, working conditions and wages. We will not strengthen
any of these with out the membership getting involved.
Attend the union meetings, especially now that negotiations are coming up, as to what you want as far as Wages, Hours and Other conditions of employment.
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.
We Need Your Help
Organizing
We have been diligently compiling and updating our membership mailing
list and formulating plans to increase membership, more commonly referred
to as organizing. Our bargaining unit consists of over 1000 members and
we would like to achieve 100% union brother and sisterhood.
If you are aware of any fellow management personnel that are not currently enrolled in dues deduction, help us help them. A simple notification to Maria or Molly Gallegos is all that is required, we will take it from there.
Often is the time, people are not union members simply because of a lack of information or too much incorrect information. We would like to reach out to these people and give them an opportunity to make our local the strongest in the City.
Membership Database Update
We are trying to get our database of member’s addresses and phone
numbers updated! Please call 266-2505 ext 105 and leave your name and
address with phone number if you are NOT receiving the mailings the Local
is sending out
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!
Learn more about AFSCME Advantage
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