A "C.U.T. Above" November 2017
Budget Passes Senate
Late last night (early this morning actually), the State Senate passed a bi-partisan budget bill by a 33-3 vote While we have been monitoring the budget proposals for months, this final proposal was a closely guarded secret prior to passage. The full budget (SB 1502) and the fiscal note are both now available.
The Budget Bill passed the State House today on a vote of 126-23 and will head to the Governor for approval or veto.
Leadership & Membership Challenge
The message resonates. As a member of several organizations, I hear the same questions asked, listen to the same challenges posed, and see the same faces. The reason is simple; every group is experiencing similar problems: too few new members, too many aging members, too few people doing the work.
Help Donate Water Filters to Residents of Puerto Rico
Responding to the water crisis in Puerto Rico, the AFT; Operation Blessing International; the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees; and the Hispanic Federation launched Operation Agua to crowdsource contributions and provide a reliable source of safe drinking water to families across Puerto Rico. To make a donation click on the link.
Two Upcoming Trips
Still a few days left to purchase tickets:
We have two trips with space available for any A&R member/friends/family.
To register, simply follow the instructions in the flyer or contact the A&R Office at 860 953-1316.
11/10/2017 Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular (see flyer)
12/2/2017 New York City - Do Your Own Thing (see flyer)
Member Spotlight
A&R member and union steward Jamie Findley is a Tax Corrections Examiner 2 at the Department of Revenue Services. With 36 years of state service, Jamie’s commitment to public service goes well beyond the realm of DRS. Jamie is in the A&R Spotlight because of his recent 22 day deployment with the American Red Cross to the devastated island of Puerto Rico.
RESCHEDULED MEMBERSHIP MEETING AND NOMINATIONS MEETING
OCTOBER GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING RESCHEDULED FOR LACK OF QUORUM - NEW MEETING TUESDAY OCTOBER 24TH - 5:00 PM - DFSE OFFICE.
NOVEMBER 9TH GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING AND OFFICER NOMINATIONS
**All nominations must be made by voice from the floor of the meeting held for nominations, and only those members in good standing shall have the right to nominate.
FREE Movie Screening - Backpack Full of Cash - Metro Atlanta (Wednesday, January 30, 2019)
Friends:
We are excited to bring back the acclaimed documentary Backpack Full of Cash to the Metro Atlanta Area — please see details below:
Governor's Budget Proposal
Update 10/22/17
Aldine AFT Know Your Rights Training
Event date:
Thursday, October 19, 2017 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Location:
Homewood Suites-Hilton
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