by Staff | Aug 31, 2020 | Uncategorized
After weeks of advocating for their essential jobs, hundreds of BENTE/AFSCME Local 2419 members staged a press conference and rally urging the Rochester City School District (RCSD) Board of Education and Superintendent to vote “no” on proposed cuts that would result...
by Amorette Miller | May 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
AFSCME 1635 Member recovering after Covid-19 fight By Amorette Miller Rochester, NY – On March 26, 2020, Jeff Reese an AFSCME 1635 member and City of Rochester Recreation Specialist wasn’t feeling like his usual self. He was home, running a high fever and...
by admin | Mar 6, 2020 | Uncategorized
With COVID-19 (the coronavirus) continuing to spread, we are being vigilant about taking every step possible to protect AFSCME members and the communities they serve. Whenever there is a crisis or challenge, people are counting on us to be part of the solution. When...
by admin | Nov 12, 2019 | Uncategorized
Working Class Hero: Loretta Anderson NEW ROCHELLE – November 7, 2019 – Union member Loretta Anderson does a tough job in stressful circumstances. She’s a Community Service Officer (CSO) for the City of New Rochelle where she answers 911 calls from people in distress...
by admin | Sep 13, 2019 | Uncategorized
HUDSON – August 30, 2019 – It’s the Friday before the Fall Semester starts at Columbia-Greene Community College (CGCC). Staff are busy getting everything ready for incoming students, and Terri Bellanger is there to make sure everyone has access to the information they...
by admin | Apr 25, 2019 | Uncategorized
AUBURN – April 24, 2019 – The members of AFSCME Local 3124 demanded a fair contract now at an informational picket and rally outside of Auburn Community Hospital. Over a hundred workers and supporters publicly called for fair wages, decent benefits, and...
