Are you interested in learning more about becoming a Local 88 union steward? There are 4 – 1 hour training modules required to become a Local 88 steward. These sessions are being offered online Thursday evenings in April. Introductory Steward Training Thursday, April 7th, 6-7:30pm This is an introductory course for new stewards. This training […]
Want to learn more about the upcoming national Labor Notes Conference happening June 17-19? Want to re-connect with other Portland Labor Notes supporters and labor organizers? Want to trade organizing ideas and catch up on local labor struggles? JOIN US for an evening of conversation and music, Friday April 8 at the Lucky Labrador Brew […]
From our friends at LCSA – Labor’s Community Service Agency: It has come to our attention that a wave of overpayment notices are being sent out to claimants previously on Unemployment Insurance in Oregon, due to a recent internal audit conducted at the Employment Department. These overpayment notices can be both confusing and intimidating to […]
Our union contract contains language (Article 14, section XI found on page 81) that set expectations related to compensation for union members who use their language skills and cultural knowledge while doing their county job. We have long been aware that employees are not being fully compensated. The ad hoc rule is cumbersome and impractical […]
