An AFSCME endorsement is a powerful asset to political candidates and campaigns. The funds we donate are but a small part of this power. When we endorse a candidate we follow up with people power; canvassing, door knocking and talking to people help spread the message of why we endorsed a candidate. When people are […]
General Unit Bargaining Update Our fight for a fair contract with strong Cost of Living Wage Adjustments (COLA) continues. Yesterday our Union Bargaining Team and the County Bargaining Team exchanged comprehensive proposals that moved closer to a settlement. However, major issues still need to be resolved including COLA adjustments in each year of the contract, […]
The application will open soon for the Local 88 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Chair position! The DEI Chair is part of AFSCME Local 88 and is responsible for the strategic oversight of education and support programs related to DEI initiatives for our union. In the meantime, please review the updated job description. Updates will […]
“This position is eligible for up to 10 hours per week of lost time.” “We hope to provide food and lost time to all volunteers.” “Lost time may be paid if approved.” Lost Time (noun): Time off from regular employment to conduct union business Simply put, lost time just means that you’re doing union work […]
