General Membership Meeting on Monday, September 18, 2023
Date: Monday, September 18, 2023 Time: 6 PM Location: UOG, SPBA Building, Room 129 During this meeting, we will delve into a range of important topics that impact our workplaces and the communities we serve. Some of the key subjects to be covered include: Overtime...
Representing GovGuam Agencies and Alutiiq Bus Drivers
GFT, AFT Local 1581, exclusively represents the Guam Department of Education Teachers and Support Staff, Guam Memorial Hospital Nurses and Staff, University of Guam Support Staff, Guam Community College Support Staff, Guam Waterworks, Guam Fire Department, Department of Public Health and Social Services Eligibility Specialists, Guam Port Authority, Department of Public Works Bus Drivers, Alutiiq Bus Drivers, Guam Police Department, Customs and Quarantine, Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center and the Department of Corrections, Port Authority of Guam Police I and II, Port Security Guard (Armed), Psychiatric Nurses, Psychiatric Technicians, and Department of Public Works Sanitation Division.
GDOE HIGH SCHOOL START TIMES
GDOE has decided to let school communities vote on schedules for high schools during virtual instruction. Teachers should have received a survey this week via their GDOE email. If you did not receive one, please contact your leadership team.
FERPA: AN UNINTENTIONAL VIOLATION
Distance learning is new to educators and students.ย Things in K-12 are done differently now and that can lead to unintentional violations of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act.ย Be sure you are aware of FERPA in order to avoid a violation. Avoid revealing the...
LAWSUIT UPDATE
On Tuesday, October 6, Attorneys of Razzano, Walsh, and Torres, P.C. filed a lawsuit on behalf of Government of Guam employees who did not receive double pay during the emergency period. The press release on the lawsuit can be found here.
GFT OFFICE TO REOPEN FOR APPOINTMENTS ONLY
Beginning Monday, October 5, the GFT staff will be back in the office at 25% capacity. Should any member or prospective member need assistance, please call the office at 735-4390 to schedule an appointment. Entry into the building is only permitted if you have an...
GFT-GDOE TELEWORKING CONCERNS
As many of you know, GFT's President and Vice-President have been working with GDOE to bring forth teacher concerns regarding teleworking during this pandemic. Here are some things that have been discussed: Issues with hard copy curriculum Grading criteria for online...
GEB CANDIDATE CONTACT INFORMATION
GFT's COPE (Committee on Political Action) is looking to reach out to candidates running to serve on the Guam Education Board. COPE would like to send them a list of questions with the intention of deciding if there is a candidate to endorse based on how their ideals...
GFT’S STANCE ON BILL 239-35
The Guam Legislature held a hearing on Bill 239-35, a bill that would seek to bring more off island nurses to Guam and in turn potentially create an exodus of nurses here on Guam to the States. GFT stands against this bill as it has the potential to hurt our nurses...
COVID ALERT APP
On behalf of GFT, we are proud to support the Guam Department of Public Health's new app to help stop COVID-19 in Guam. Add your phone to the COVID fight and protect your community while protecting your privacy. Download Guam Covid Alert for free in the App Store and...
GWA CBA RATIFICATION
The Guam Waterworks Authority Collective Bargaining was unanimously ratified by GWA members. The CBA is now awaiting signatures and approval from management. We will continue to update members on the status of the CBA.
GFT MEMBERSHIP CARDS
New GFT membership cards are available for pickup at the GFT Office. Be sure to stop by to receive yours. Stewards are also encouraged to pick up membership cards for their worksite. If you have not received yours, please contact membership@gftunion.com
GFT OFFICE TO CLOSE
With the Governor's announcement to return to PCOR1, the GFT Office will be closed starting Monday, August 17. Should you need assistance, staff members can be reached by email. Robert Koss- rkoss@gftunion.com Joanie LaVille- jlaville@gftunion.com Toneshia Harris-...
New Membership Benefit
GFT is excited to announce that it has partnered with Coffee Slut to add a new benefit for members. Members will be rewarded $1 off a coffee when they present their membership card. Enjoy!