MCEA is always hard at work for our members. One of the ways the union seeks to serve members is by fighting for them in matters of dispute between a member and an employer. The union is happy to tell the story of one worker who had the union come to their aid in their time of need. The member’s name has been withheld to maintain and protect their privacy.
AFT Healthcare-Maryland continues to engage state legislators to ensure safety for those working in state run healthcare facilities. We have brought elected officials from both chambers of the state legislature to worksites to talk with members who are on the front lines, engaging residents with various medical and psychiatric needs.
Attention City Employees: Open Enrollment has been extended, Nov. 18, 2019 until midnight. This will be the final opportunity to make benefits selections/changes for the Plan Year 2020. Visit ALEX for enrollment decision support at: https://www.myalex.com/cityofbaltimore/2020.
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In This Issue:
1) Trauma and mental health
2) Upcoming Workshops
3) New discounts from Prudential Center
And Much More!
Join members and staff from LFT, the AFL-CIO and locals around the state to volunteer this election day! We need to knock doors, make phone calls, send texts and do everything we can to get out the vote for Governor John Bel Edwards and other pro-public education candidates.
Here's how you can help:
President Bill Garrity now has an insider's perspective on what it's like for a union member to run for elected office.
Westbury Schools Retired Teachers
SUMMARY OF TENTATIVE AGREEMENT
2019-2020 INSTRUCTIONAL NEGOTIATIONS
ECONOMICS - Total Package includes Market Adjustment, Performance Pay, Fringe & Supplement Increases
$3,610,268.85 market adjustment (4.25%) increase for teachers
$ 548,643.30 fringe (increases to SS, Medicare, FRS, worker’s comp, etc)
BCFPHN will be holding a Union Day on Friday, Nov. 22, 2019, at Drumcastle Center for all Pay Schedule I and III employees. Union reps will be available to discuss benefits of union membership, upcoming negotiations, and to answer questions.
BCFPE will be holding Union Days on Thursday Nov. 21, 2019 at the Public Safety Building and Friday Nov. 22, 2019 at Drumcastle Center for Pay Schedule I and III employees. Union reps will be available to discuss benefits of union membership, upcoming negotiations, and to answer questions. Lite refreshments will be provided.
