The Silent Burden: Overworked and Underappreciated Government Employees
Government of Guam employees, represented by GFT, are the backbone of our island's public services, ensuring the daily operations that keep Guam running smoothly. However, the reality for many of these dedicated workers is that they are overworked, underappreciated,...
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.
Defined Benefit (DB) 1.75 Retirement Plan
You may have a limited window to elect to switch your plan from the current Defined Contribution Plan to the new Defined Benefit 1.75 Plan effective January 1, 2024. This is a big decision with long-term impacts, so I wanted to provide some key facts to consider....
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...
2023 GFT Annual TB Skin Test
Location: GFT Office, Mangilao Date: Saturday, July 29, 2023 Time: 10:00AM to 2:00PM Register now for your annual free TB Skin test for GFT members and their immediate family. Please reserve your slot by registering HERE. For further assistance, you may call the GFT...
Celebrating the Accomplishments of Our Retiring Union Friend, Cora Mucho
Dear fellow union members, It is with mixed emotions that we announce the retirement of our longtime union friend and colleague, Cora. After dedicating 46 years (48 years if counting the strike years) of her life to teaching at Guam Department of Education, Cora has...
General Membership Meeting May 15, 2023
2024 Guam Teacher of the Year Finalists
I am thrilled to share with you the wonderful news that three of our very own union members have been selected as finalists for the 2024 Guam Teacher of the Year award. Please join me in congratulating our union members Luke Tedtaotao, Dr. Aldrin Jay Cajigal, and...
Governor Lou Leon Guerrero Signs 22-Percent Pay Raise
GFT saw a marked increase in membership involvement as many individuals penned public testimonies in support of Bill 24-37. The Guam community, too, showed their support for this legislation in great numbers. The recent swell in support for Bill 24-37, which permits...
Seattle Law Grants Paid Sick Leave to Most Gig Workers
Seattle City Council has passed legislation requiring app-based delivery companies, including DoorDash, Uber Eats and Instacart, to offer paid sick time off to gig workers. This new law will be called the "App-Based Worker Paid Sick and Safe Time Ordinance" and will...
14th Annual GFT Convention
The 14th Annual GFT Annual Convention kicks off this year at the UOG SBPA Building, Room 129 on 6:00PM Saturday, March 18, 2023. This FREE event is open to all GFT members. This is an informal event to recognize involved GFT members such as shop stewards, committee...
Parent PLUS loans now qualify for debt relief
The U.S. Department of Education has announced that Parent PLUS loans now qualify for student loan debt relief under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, but only for two months. Until now, the loans, typically held by parents who took on debt for their...
Government of Guam proposes a 22% increase for the General Pay Plan
Notice of Public Hearing on Monday, February 27, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. in I Liheslaturan Guåhan’s Public Hearing Room (Guam Congress Building,Hagåtña). The Committee will hear and accept testimony on Bill No. 24-37 (COR)- Committee on Rules by request of I Magaʹhågan...
Minimum Wage as of January 01, 2023
Increasing the minimum wage for workers on Guam is a positive step towards creating a more just and equitable society. It is a win-win situation for both workers and businesses on the island. A higher minimum wage would provide much-needed relief to...