Michigan Department of Corrections Muskegon Parole Office agent Travis Rosema received the Frank D. Scott Award and is pictured alongside Supervisor Pamela Jackson. This award recognizes an agent who exceeds expectations and demonstrates exemplary conduct in their work with both the individuals they supervise and their coworkers.
CAPS-UAW state scientists are at the table with CalHR to bargain over the Governor’s Return to Office 4-day mandate after delivering their demands on May 4. It is clear that this executive order is not based on fiscal responsibility, ensuring the best service for the people of California, nor maintaining a robust and productive scientific workforce. Scientists demand: Maximum flexibility to telework for workers based on their job duties; that scientists have the fully functional and modern equipment they need to do their jobs; that workplaces are safe, clean and dignified with no roaches and no rats; that the state expands telework to maintain and expand access to the diverse and talented workforce Californians rely on; and that the state stop this RTO mandate that adds a high cost burden to both the state and state workers.
After 13 months of bargaining, Square One members voted by a supermajority to authorize a strike (93%). The primary issues are fair and equitable wages for members. Teachers working conditions are students learning conditions!
A vital member of UAW Region 1A, Local Union 6000, Yvettia Smith is a State of Michigan employee and serves as Chief Steward. In a local that represents thousands of state workers across diverse departments, Yvettia’s role is essential. She stands as the first line of defense for workers’ rights, ensuring that contracts are upheld and that the women and men who keep Michigan running are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.
Lorain County Commissioners are putting residents at risk by prolonging the Job & Family Services workers’ strike. The ball is in your court, Commissioners. Get back to the table, negotiate a fair contract, and settle the strike!
While many of us across UAW Region 9 are indoors riding out the snowstorms hitting our areas, let’s take a moment to recognize the members who don’t have that option.
A huge thank you to the hardworking members of UAW Local 204, 1612, 2326, and 2327 who are out in the elements—clearing roads, keeping essential services moving, and protecting our communities.
This is solidarity in action. This is what union strength looks like. Stay safe and know that Region 9 stands with you.
