In addition to our regular monthly bargaining forums, we’ll also be holding a number of online forums geared toward specific employee groups (teleworkers, pharmacists, etc.) as well as in-person worksite visits to some of our satellite locations.
Read MoreWith the challenges we’ve faced over the last few years, it’s especially disappointing to see OHSU focus on adding language to a contract for 7,300 people to solve problems that could be addressed by individual managers (a) using the consensus process to tweak the contract to better serve their work unit, (b) disciplining employees per existing contract language and (c) communicating better with their employees.
Read MoreIf you are looking for help with student debt, public-service workers (which includes almost all AFSCME members) have until October 31 to get retroactive credit for loan payments that were made in any type of repayment plan, partial payments and late payments. Oregon AFSCME Council 75 is holding two trainings on this debt-relief program for all members on Tuesday, April 12.
Read MoreCheck out the post for details of the many proposals exchanged by the teams this week. Holidays, insurance contributions, parking, and more!
Read MoreOHSU’s vague commitments to do better are no longer enough for employees, especially in the wake of the Covington investigation. Local 328 has informed OHSU that its response is inadequate and fails to meet our union’s and our members’ clearly communicated demands and that, as a result, our union will continue to plan and carry out direct actions until positive changes are made at the Richmond Clinic.
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