[donotprint]View a printer friendly version of this post here.[/donotprint] In late June, the new MOU for 2010 through 2012 will go into effect. Stewards and staff members from the Local 2960 have been busy answering as many questions and concerns as possible from the members in all of our departments. However, we discovered that many…[Continue Reading]
New Contract Ratified
February 27, 2010 By
With the final ballots counted, recounted and sealed, it is official. The proposed concession package has been ratified by the general membership of the Local 2960. The final count was 85% in favor of the package and 15% opposed. Approximately 40% of the 1008 registered union members showed up to cast their vote on Friday.…[Continue Reading]
From the President’s Desk
February 25, 2010 By Leave a Comment
By now you should have received your ratification notice on the tentative agreement reached with the City of Phoenix for the 2010-2012 M.O.U. The concessions along with the 2% food tax approved by the City Council will save approximately 170 jobs in our unit. Our negotiations team was not happy about agreeing to concessions, but…[Continue Reading]
Wage Concession Package for 2010-2012
February 18, 2010 By
The AFSCME Local 2960 Executive Board has settled on a wage concession package for 2010-2012. Up to 170 Unit III employees will be able to keep their jobs due to the proposed 2% City Food Tax as well as the concessions listed below. The positions in question were slated for elimination in April of this…[Continue Reading]
2010 Negotiation Survey Results
November 13, 2009 By
Negotiation surveys are trickling back to the Local 2960 office. With less than 10% of the total surveys returned, some preliminary results have been tabulated. The following items are currently on the top of the negotiation agenda for January 2010. Increase Wages Increase Deferred Comp Increase Leave Time Increase Longevity Holiday / Vacation Time If…[Continue Reading]
Intimidation in Membership Drives
October 20, 2009 By Leave a Comment
During the Union meeting of October 13th, one of the Executive Board Members, Frank Piccioli brought an article to the attention of those in attendance. Written by Mike Elk, the article pointed out that the tactics that are being used to intimidate those who support the passing of health care legislation very closely resemble those…[Continue Reading]
2010-2012 Contract Negotiations
October 3, 2009 By
By now, all members should have received your survey in the mail for the upcoming 2010-2012 contract negotiations with the City of Phoenix. If not, you can pick up an original from the Union Office or let one of your stewards know so we can pick one up for you. Feel free to attach additional…[Continue Reading]