April Spring-Buckley, Chair, Scholarship Committee
Tom Pollizi, Chair, Grievance Committee
Stan Knutowicz, Chair, Personal Health and Safety Committee
Sylvia Lavin, Chair, Membership Committee
Chuck DiSalvo, Chair, Political Action Committee
Vickie Alessandra, Tiffany Brecker, Tricia Storms, Audit Committee
Bess Watts, Region 6 CSEA Women's Committee member
Melissa Burley, Chair, Website Committee
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Monday, January 10, 2011
Monday, October 11, 2010
General Membership Meeting Update
This is a an update for the members who were unable to attend the General Membership Meeting on Tuesday, September 28 at Roberts Cabin – Veterans Memorial Park.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by 1st Vice President, Stan Knutowicz.
Tom Pollizi introduced the CSEA Unit 7402 Executive Board; Robert Leonard, Labor Relations Specialist; and the Local 828 Executive Board members who were present (Bess Watts, President; Cris Zaffuto, 1st Vice President; and Sue Trottier, Treasurer).
Contract Update – The Board is in the process of finalizing contract language, etc. with the College. The projected completion date is tentatively scheduled for the end of October.
Health care has been discussed in the news a lot recently. More than likely the cost of health care will probably increase at the college. Tom reminded the members of the changes in pricing for health care in the new contract. Members who are enrolled in the Excellus Blue Enhanced plan were encouraged to change to the free Standard plan so that they would not incur any additional charges for health care. The increased pricing for the Enhanced plan will go into effect on January 1, 2011.
Columbus Day – Columbus Day is a paid CSEA Holiday. The College may ask CSEA employees to work because the college is open and classes are in session. The language in the contract for this holiday is ambiguous. Tom informed the members that if they want the day off but their supervisor is trying to force them to work, to contact a member of the Executive Board.
Workload – Many members are being over worked and aren’t taking breaks and are working through the lunch hour, etc. while the College is not filling open positions. We are not helping ourselves by doing extra work. Members should be compensated for doing extra work!
Interrogations by Supervisor – Members should ask for a CSEA rep whenever they feel like they are being interrogated by their supervisor – no matter what stage of the interrogation process they are in, i.e. time & attendance issues – being spoken to about being late vs. being disciplined for time & attendance. Robert spoke about the definition of when an interrogation becomes a discipline. Members are encouraged to document the date and time when they are first approached by their supervisor and they are encouraged to ask for a union rep as soon as possible in order to protect their rights.
Bess Watts, President, Local 828, spoke to the members on behalf of the Local. Bess thanked the members of the Negotiations Team for a job well done with negotiating the new contract. MCC’s new contract was outstanding compared to other contracts that have been negotiated across the county. Regardless of what is reported in the news, never apologize for what we have to non-union members of the community because we work hard for what we have. Bess thanked the members who marched in the Labor Day Parade on CSEA’s 100th Anniversary. Ove Overmyer updates the Local Blogspot (the CSEA Voice Reporter) at least 3-4 times per week. Members who are interested in becoming involved in various committees are encouraged to send their personal email address to Bess at besswhat@gmail.com for updates, etc. from the Local 828. The next Local meeting is scheduled for Nov. 4, 2010 at the Liberty Lodge in Webster and is open to all CSEA Local 828 members.
April announced the 50/50 Raffle Results: $54.50 was the 50/50 donation; $53.50 was the 50/50 prize awarded to Terry Bowman. The Executive Board also raffled off a number of CSEA items to the members.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by 1st Vice President, Stan Knutowicz.
Tom Pollizi introduced the CSEA Unit 7402 Executive Board; Robert Leonard, Labor Relations Specialist; and the Local 828 Executive Board members who were present (Bess Watts, President; Cris Zaffuto, 1st Vice President; and Sue Trottier, Treasurer).
Contract Update – The Board is in the process of finalizing contract language, etc. with the College. The projected completion date is tentatively scheduled for the end of October.
Health care has been discussed in the news a lot recently. More than likely the cost of health care will probably increase at the college. Tom reminded the members of the changes in pricing for health care in the new contract. Members who are enrolled in the Excellus Blue Enhanced plan were encouraged to change to the free Standard plan so that they would not incur any additional charges for health care. The increased pricing for the Enhanced plan will go into effect on January 1, 2011.
Columbus Day – Columbus Day is a paid CSEA Holiday. The College may ask CSEA employees to work because the college is open and classes are in session. The language in the contract for this holiday is ambiguous. Tom informed the members that if they want the day off but their supervisor is trying to force them to work, to contact a member of the Executive Board.
Workload – Many members are being over worked and aren’t taking breaks and are working through the lunch hour, etc. while the College is not filling open positions. We are not helping ourselves by doing extra work. Members should be compensated for doing extra work!
Interrogations by Supervisor – Members should ask for a CSEA rep whenever they feel like they are being interrogated by their supervisor – no matter what stage of the interrogation process they are in, i.e. time & attendance issues – being spoken to about being late vs. being disciplined for time & attendance. Robert spoke about the definition of when an interrogation becomes a discipline. Members are encouraged to document the date and time when they are first approached by their supervisor and they are encouraged to ask for a union rep as soon as possible in order to protect their rights.
Bess Watts, President, Local 828, spoke to the members on behalf of the Local. Bess thanked the members of the Negotiations Team for a job well done with negotiating the new contract. MCC’s new contract was outstanding compared to other contracts that have been negotiated across the county. Regardless of what is reported in the news, never apologize for what we have to non-union members of the community because we work hard for what we have. Bess thanked the members who marched in the Labor Day Parade on CSEA’s 100th Anniversary. Ove Overmyer updates the Local Blogspot (the CSEA Voice Reporter) at least 3-4 times per week. Members who are interested in becoming involved in various committees are encouraged to send their personal email address to Bess at besswhat@gmail.com for updates, etc. from the Local 828. The next Local meeting is scheduled for Nov. 4, 2010 at the Liberty Lodge in Webster and is open to all CSEA Local 828 members.
April announced the 50/50 Raffle Results: $54.50 was the 50/50 donation; $53.50 was the 50/50 prize awarded to Terry Bowman. The Executive Board also raffled off a number of CSEA items to the members.
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Food Drive for Mott's Workers on Strike in Williamson, N.Y.
CSEA Unit 7402 wants to show support for the brothers and sisters of Union RWDSU Local 220 with the donation of non-perishable food items, personal hygiene items, and paper products. These donations will be given to the families of the striking workers of RWDSU Local 220.
Why are they striking?
Mott's / Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. demanded that 305 workers accept a $1.50 per hour wage cut, pension elimination for future employees, 20% decrease in employer contributions to 401K and increased employee contributions towards health care premiums and co-pays.
Mott's / Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. profits exceeded one-half billion dollars last year. The company is unwilling to continue negotiating and said this is their final offer.
Please be generous and donate to support the RWDSU Local 220 workers and their families during this difficult time.
Donations can be dropped off to Tom Pollizi, President Unit 7402, at the MCC loading dock of building 21 by Friday, July 30, 2010. To request items to be picked up, please email Tom Pollizi at rhpoliz@gmail.com.
Thank you for your support!
Why are they striking?
Mott's / Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. demanded that 305 workers accept a $1.50 per hour wage cut, pension elimination for future employees, 20% decrease in employer contributions to 401K and increased employee contributions towards health care premiums and co-pays.
Mott's / Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. profits exceeded one-half billion dollars last year. The company is unwilling to continue negotiating and said this is their final offer.
Please be generous and donate to support the RWDSU Local 220 workers and their families during this difficult time.
Donations can be dropped off to Tom Pollizi, President Unit 7402, at the MCC loading dock of building 21 by Friday, July 30, 2010. To request items to be picked up, please email Tom Pollizi at rhpoliz@gmail.com.
Thank you for your support!
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
CSEA Contract Ratification Voting Results!
On behalf of CSEA Unit 7402, the contract ratification vote passed with a total of 165 yes votes, 82 no votes.
No. of Eligible Voters 300
No. of Actual Voters 247
Thank you to everybody who volunteered to assist at the voting tables and thank you everybody for voting!
No. of Eligible Voters 300
No. of Actual Voters 247
Thank you to everybody who volunteered to assist at the voting tables and thank you everybody for voting!
Monday, March 15, 2010
Congratulations to Debra Alimentato
Debra Alimentato has been selected as a recipient of the SUNY Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence which she will receive on April 6, 2010 in Albany, New York. She was nominated by Adele Anderson, her SUNY Empire State College mentor.
Students are recognized for demonstrating accomplishments in the areas of leadership, athletics, community service, creative and performing arts or career achievement.
Selection committees from all SUNY New York State colleges review exemplary graduating students. The nominees are forwarded to the Chancellor's Office for a second review. Finalists are then recommended for the Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence.
In addition, Debra will also be awarded Outstanding Adult Student award from Empire State College. She will graduate in June 2010 with a Bachelors degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Human Services Administration.
Students are recognized for demonstrating accomplishments in the areas of leadership, athletics, community service, creative and performing arts or career achievement.
Selection committees from all SUNY New York State colleges review exemplary graduating students. The nominees are forwarded to the Chancellor's Office for a second review. Finalists are then recommended for the Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence.
In addition, Debra will also be awarded Outstanding Adult Student award from Empire State College. She will graduate in June 2010 with a Bachelors degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Human Services Administration.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
CSEA Unit 7402 Contract Negotiations Update
Contract Negotiations between MCC CSEA Unit 7402 and Monroe Community College are expected to commence the first week of March 2010. Updates will be posted to this website as they become available.
For additional information, please contact a member of the Executive Board.
Tom Pollizi, President
Stan Knutowicz, 1st Vice President
Gale LePore, 2nd Vice President
Joe Angora, 3rd Vice President
Pat Wolff, 4th Vice President
April Spring-Buckley, Treasurer
Melissa Burley, Secretary
For additional information, please contact a member of the Executive Board.
Tom Pollizi, President
Stan Knutowicz, 1st Vice President
Gale LePore, 2nd Vice President
Joe Angora, 3rd Vice President
Pat Wolff, 4th Vice President
April Spring-Buckley, Treasurer
Melissa Burley, Secretary
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