DEADLINE FOR GFT BRIP CLAIMANT LIST
The last day to be included in the GFT BRIP Claimant list is on Thursday, June 15, 2017. Teachers who are owed for BRIP (Bonus, Rewards, and Incentives Program) pay and would like to be on the claimant list may email irish@gftunion.com or contact the GFT Office...
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.
A LITTLE ‘BUY AMERICAN’ GOES A LONG WAY
Gee what a concept: When U.S. taxpayer money is spent on economic stimulus programs that channel the funds into U.S. jobs, America’s communities, workers and, yes, the nation benefit. Case in point: a stimulus-funded bridge project in Hubbard County, Minn., whose...
FUNDRAISER: HELP FELLOW GFT MEMBER’S FAMILY
Medical fundraiser for fellow GFT member’s family, John Aguon Friday October 2nd at Mangge’ Lounge 6-10pm
IM GUAM LOCAL SHARE THE IMPORTANCE OF A UNION
When workers are able to form a union in the workplace, a sense of protection and security is present. “It offers a certain amount of hope that someone has your back and you have an advocate,†Phil Rayphand- IM Union Member. The International Association of...
GTA EMPLOYEE RAYMOND GUERRERO: WORKING CLASS HERO
Senator Rector presented this week’s Working Class Hero to Raymond Guerrero for his hard work and dedication to GTA as well as his leadership and accomplishments for the community of Guam. Send your Working Class Hero recommendations to the Office of Senator...
HEALTH CARE REFORM NEEDS PUBLIC OPTION—NOT BAND-AID
Today, union and health care activists around the country are raising their voices against the private health insurance companies’ mutlimillion-dollar campaign to block health care reform. In dozens of rallies and demonstrations they are saying: “Big Insurance:...
HAWAIIAN AIRLINES PILOTS AUTHORIZE STRIKE
walkout is imminent. The Hawaiian Airlines branch of the Air Line Pilots Association said yesterday that 98 percent of the pilots who voted authorized a strike if contract talks don’t result in a new collective bargaining agreement for the union’s 400 members....
GAIN’S DOG OF THE WEEK
Shelly appreciates the company of people more than other dogs. Her domineering attitude with other dogs disappears after an initial introduction that temporarily leaves you on the sideline to watch until you cannot resist the temptation to join in on the fun. Her...
GAIN’S CAT OF THE WEEK
Winnie is sitting pretty waiting to be swept out of a shared litter box into one of her own. She has found a perch to relax until she can turn the right head her direction. Being on this side of the kennel has given her a choice of prospects to choose from for her...
LOSE A DAY’S PAY OR SPREAD ILLNESS?
Governor Felix Camacho released an Executive Order to establish the Pandemic (HINI) 2009 Influenza and Regular Seasonal Flu Vaccine Campaigns from September through December 2009. As ordered by the Governor, Government employees who are sick or who need to care for a...
USW WORKERS RATIFY GOODYEAR CONTRACT COVERING 10,300 WORKERS
The United Steelworkers (USW) announced that workers overwhelmingly ratified a new four-year agreement covering some 10,300 union members at seven Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. plants. The new pact provides job security and maintains quality, affordable health care for...
WASHINGTON: PASCO SCHOOL DISTRICT, TEACHERS’ UNION REACH TENTATIVE AGREEMENT
Pasco school officials and the district’s teachers union tentatively have agreed on a two-year contract for teachers. The contract still must be ratified by union members and approved by the school board, according to a statement from the district. The agreement...
WORKERS: THE BACKBONE OF OUR ISLAND
Workers may be at the bottom-line obligated to perform duties as instructed but they have rights and deserve respect and fair treatment. We encourage workers to understand their rights and voice their concerns to upper management when issues arise. Many workers...