Public Employees in the 21st Century: A Community Conversation

In the context of attacks on public employee unions across the country, there is a critical need to redefine the terms of the discussion and emphasize the critical work done by public employees that enhances the quality of life for all citizens.  To that end, several local unions and community groups have joined together to… Continue reading Public Employees in the 21st Century: A Community Conversation

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End of Term Party! Alton Baker Park June 15th @ 4pm

The End of Term party is upon us! Join us on Wednesday, June 15th, from 4-8pm, at Alton Baker Park. We will have beer, burgers, snacks, sodas, and fun and games! Families are welcomed and encouraged! See you there!

Women’s Caucus Volunteer Event

Sexual Assault Support Services (SASS) is putting on an event and they need volunteers to help distribute information and post fliers advertizing the event. Please donate your time to helping others in our community. Fliers – 10:00 am at SASS (18th & Jefferson) Potluck – 12:00 at Washington Park For information contact: Shelly Jensen at… Continue reading Women’s Caucus Volunteer Event

ELECTION RESULTS!

OFFICERS PRESIDENT:  Jeremy Strickler VP OF ORGANIZING:  Judith Lechner VP OF GRIEVANCES: Travis Waterman VP OF POLITICAL EDUCATION: Mara Williams VP OF EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Sarah Praskievicz VP OF OPERATIONS:  Heather Holmquest VP OF MEMBER COMMUNICATIONS: Bryce Peake TREASURER: Steve McAllister PROPOSED BYLAW AMENDMENTS ARTICLE THREE – ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP: Passes ARTICLE SIX – STEWARDS: Passes ARTICLE… Continue reading ELECTION RESULTS!

GTFF Election Under Way!

Vote for: new officers, bylaw amendments, and (if your dept. nominated one/some at the last GMM) dept. stewards. Ballots were mailed out May 18 and should be arriving May 19 or 20. Election ends May 6, 1 PM  MAIL BACK BALLOTS NO LATER THAN MAY 4! Prepaid ballots have to be mailed using the USPS… Continue reading GTFF Election Under Way!

GTFF Dept. Steward Nominations

Here are all the names of GTFF members who were nominated for a GTFF board position.  Election to held by USPS mail in the near future–stayed tuned!  This list will be updated if nominees decline the nomination.  Information about steward positions can be found at: http://gtff.net/wiki/upload/c/c6/Bylaws_2009.pdf Lyle Murphy     art Rob Mertens    art Shelley Jensen  … Continue reading GTFF Dept. Steward Nominations

Proposed GTFF Bylaw Amendments

The E-Council (made up of department stewards) discussed and debated some amendments to the GTFF Bylaws. The Council is suggesting the general membership consider amending three articles: three, six, ten.  Below are links to the proposed amendments.  Strike through = deletion.  Red = new language.  Click on link below, then click on link above “Share… Continue reading Proposed GTFF Bylaw Amendments