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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.
TEACHERS OWED FOR RECLASSIFICATION
There are a number of teachers who have brought a concern to GFT representatives regarding owed reclassification pay. GFT representatives are working with GDOE in addressing this concern. GFT - Board union representative had also included this matter in the GFT report...
GFT SUBMITS PETITION TO LIFT PAY FREEZE
GFT submitted 630 petition signatures from teachers, school support staff, law enforcement officers, and other public employees urging the legislature to fix Bill 323-34 that was lapsed into law (now PL 34-116) by lifting the freeze on increments and reclassification....
BIBA MANAMKO: A MEMORY AND LEGACY OF GUAM’S SENIORS
A book written by Don Seery, Biba Manamko: A Memory and Legacy of Guam's Seniors, is on sale at the GFT office for $65. The book honors seniors of Guam's 19 villages. For more information, you may contact the GFT office at 735-4390.
HELP OUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS OF THE NORTHERN MARIANAS
To help our brothers and sisters of the Northern Marianas affected by Typhoon Yutu, you may contact the Office of Senator Michael San Nicolas who are accepting donations starting today and ongoing. You may contact the office at 472-6453 or email...
GFT OFFICE CLOSED AT 12PM TODAY
The GFT Office will be closed at 12 noon today in preparation of Typhoon Yutu. Please stay updated with the Advisory links below. Indoor Preparations: • Roll up carpets away from doors and windows • Make lighting supplies easily accessible • Unplug all...
GUAM’S LARGEST EMPLOYEE FEDERATION ENDORSES LOU AND JOSH
The GFT Committee on Political Education (COPE) has announced its endorsement for Lou and Josh as Governor and Lieutenant Governor of Guam. An overwhelming percentage of worksite steward members felt Lou and Josh will best serve our public agencies and Guam’s working...
DONATE TO AFT MEMBERS AFFECTED BY HURRICANE MICHAEL
By now you’ve seen the devastation that Hurricane Michael left in its wake. Many communities still stranded without power, while others were totally wiped out. We’ve reached out to members in the area to make sure everyone is safe, and are in contact with local union...
SUPPORT BILL 352-34
GFT supports Bill 352-34 which proposes to remove the three (3) appointed Guam Education Board members, change the board terms from two (2) to four (4) years and make Non-Voting Members as Voting Members of the board. The bill will give representatives of students,...
TELL THE WORLD YOU’RE STICKING WITH YOUR UNION!
At a time when labor is under fire more than ever, union members took to the streets of Philadelphia to show the world that #UNIONSUNITED can make a powerful statement. Watch as thousands of union families gather for the 2018 Philadelphia Labor Day Parade & Family...
BILL 352-34 PUBLIC HEARING TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9
There will be a Public Hearing on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 at 4pm in the Guam Congress Building on Bill 352-34 which proposes to remove the three (3) appointed Guam Education Board members, change the board terms from two (2) to four (4) years and make Non-Voting...
THIS UNION HAS A RADICAL PLAN TO SAVE ITSELF: GET TO KNOW ITS MEMBERS AGAIN
In late July, the two public school teachers were crisscrossing Peoria in Innis’ SUV, working their way through a list of fellow educators. Their task was simple: Talk to the teachers about their schools and their concerns. Let them know about an upcoming contract...
PIZZA HUT BOOK-IT PACKETS ARE IN!
Pizza Hut Book-it packets are available at the GFT Office on a first come, first serve basis. These packets are for elementary and sixth grade reading teachers.