GFT – GWA NEGOTIATIONS DISCUSS DRUG-FREE POLICY
The GFT - GWA Collective Bargaining negotiation teams have completed their review of the existing collective bargaining agreement. Several items will be further discussed at the next negotiation meeting; among them is the GWA Drug-Free Workplace policy. The next...
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.
MEET CALYPSO: GAIN’S CAT OF THE WEEK
Calypso is a cutie pie! She’s a playful little gal who knows how to brighten your day! Calypso is a Tortie kitten with a golden stripe on her forehead that goes perfectly with her big, golden eyes. Calypso can’t wait to find her furever home! Meet her at...
GOV CALVO, LET’S MAKE A DEAL
Governor Calvo ordered the Superintendent to attach a letter to teachers’ pay checks in an attempt to explain his state of the island speech. Unfortunately, the letter is almost as confusing as his speech. He states, “…we support...
ABSENTEE VOTING BEGINS MON. 2/20/12 FROM 8AM-5PM
A member who is in good standing (as evidenced by the Membership Roster) and is eligible to vote, but is unable to vote at the polling station on the scheduled day of the election, may vote by absentee ballot only within four days preceding the last Friday in February...
GINGRICH: PUT POOR KIDS TO WORK CLEANING SCHOOLS
The Republican presidential candidate says child labor laws are “stupid.” But that’s just the start. He says schools should “get rid of unionized janitors” and hire low-income kids to clean the schools. He also says that age nine...
ADELE TRASHES NEWT GINGRICH AT THE GRAMMY’S!
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NEWPORT NEWS SHIPYARD TECHS WIN VOICE WITH IAM
It took more than two years, but 220 workers the Huntington Ingalls Shipyard in Newport News, Va.,—formerly Northrup Grumman Shipbuilding—got their votes counted and won representation with the Machinists (IAM). The Radiological Control...
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON UPCOMING PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION FROM THE US DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced important information regarding the GFT Presidential re-election. The Department of Labor offers this notification to explain and to inform members of the circumstances providing the basis for the Department of...
THE UNION HAS NO CONTROL OVER TAXES
CALVO: “The union has been talking about increasing your pay for years, but they want to do that by increasing the taxes you pay.” THE TRUTH Teacher Pay: Teachers did get a 14% pay raise thanks to a united lobbying effort. It...
MEET THE CANDIDATES
Members have the opportunity to meet with candidates for the GFT Bargaining Unit Officer election on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at the GFT compound in Mangilao 5:30pm.
MINE WORKERS HELP POWER AMERICA
Check out this video from the Mine Workers (UMWA) showing coal miners providing the energy that powers America. We are proud of who we are and what we do. We power America and make a difference for our communities every day. We’re working...
MEET ELIZA: GAIN’S DOG OF THE WEEK
Eliza is a playful little lover! She's a bit shy at first, but will become your best friend in no time! Eliza is a brindle gal with the sweetest smile! She can't wait to show her new family hw mch love she can give! Meet Eliza at the shelter today! Call...
MEET LUKE: GAIN’S CAT OF THE WEEK
Luke defines the meaning of fluffy! He's a chubby sweetheart who loves his belly rubbed! Luke is a grey and white tabby with the coolest looking mustache! Luke can't wait to find his furever home! Meet him at the shelter today! Call GAIN for...