From the Desk of the President Deb Peterson - Committee of 100 Converge on the Capitol March 8, 2016
On March 8th, as a member of the NYSUT Committee of 100, we went to visit Senator Neil Breslin and NY State Legislator Philip Steck in Albany.
NPS Water Emergency Update (Updated March 11, 2016)
There is a water emergency issue at NPS schools. While EPA and the City Dept of Health work it out NTU members are to handle this situation calmly and as instructed by your administrators.
In a 911 we are here to assist not hinder. More info as it comes in.
Upcoming Support Education Events
Friedrich's Video & Importance of Unions
Janus vs. AFSCME
What you need to know and how to prepare for this latest Supreme Court attack on unions.
RC 23 Spring Luncheon
Retiree Council 23 Spring Luncheon
NTU Members NJTRANSIT Strike Car Pool Hook Up
NTU members who depend on NJ Transit should be preparing for their strike next week now! The name of this Fb Group says it all, and here are some tips:
1) reach out to staff members in your building at Kronos time or through their mailboxes, let them know about your situation,
2) reach out to friends or family at other NPS locations,
3) post your NPS location, pick up location, sign out time and NPS email address here (confirm they are NPS employees), you might find a match.
Tentative Agreement Passes Members' Vote
The vote to accept the Tentative Agreement between BCFPE and Baltimore County has passed with a vote of 85%. Thank you to everyone who came out last week to cast your vote.
If you have any questions, please contact our office at (410)296-1875 or jripley@aft-maryland.org.
Trailblazers in the Women's Labor Movement
Baltimore Teachers Union’s Women’s Rights Committee is planning its third annual Women in the Labor Movement Luncheon. Our theme is “Trailblazers in the Women’s Labor Movement.”
March is Women in History month. This is the time designated to honor and/or recognize the numerous contributions of women everywhere. Historically women have demonstrated their unwavering commitment and dedication to an abundance of causes, working tirelessly in front of and behind the scenes making vast contributions to our society.