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RE: contract proposals

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RE: contract proposals

Robert L. Leonard — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 10:14:53 GMT

I would like to have payroll deduction for my 529 account (NY's College Savings Program).

contract proposals

Gerald Phelan — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 17:20:34 GMT

Lets think carefully and discuss possible proposals for our new contract. For example, how about the ability to sell back just the dental or just the vision or just the health insurance but not dental and vision?

How about the ability to buy more life insurance after retirement?

Presidential Primary Pulse Poll

Robert L. Leonard — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 16:38:13 GMT

I wanted to drop you a short note to ask for your help. DFA is holding
a Presidential Primary Pulse Poll to decide which candidate deserves
their support.

Here's the link:

http://democracyforamerica.com/pulsepoll?c=8

Thanks for your help.

Wayne County Workers Stand Up For Their Rights!

Forum Administrator — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 14:40:04 GMT

Two LRSs lead the rally to fight for workers rights in Wayne County.

RE: Bill: you are a sweetheart!

Bill Gutschow — Mon, 11 Jun 2007 01:50:20 GMT

It takes one person with the brains and guts to step up and take the initiative. You will find that others in the workplace will join you if they see they have a legitimate, committed leader. I will do as much as I can to help you too. It may seem a little overwhelming at the outset, but we can work it through- you will see.

Bill: you are a sweetheart!

Tina Small — Sat, 09 Jun 2007 22:39:13 GMT

Bill: Thanks again for answering my questions!

You are a big sweetheart. I felt all alone at work. Everyone is unhappy with the management, pay and loss of benefits. When anyone talks of a union, then everyone is scared off. What is a girl to do?

RE: Unions Are Good for Business

Bill Gutschow — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 17:42:59 GMT

Hi Ruth,
Of course there are union dues, and many members are not as well informed about their unions role. First and foremost, a union gives workers the chance to bargain with the employer on an (almost) even basis. Representation by a professional advocate in matters related to employment is another plus. On an even grander scale is what the union does politically to push issues of importance to working people. There are also many, many, union benefits and discounts that can more than make up for what a member pays in dues. These are too numerous to name individually,(My union actually publishes a book periodically listing them as they are updated.) If you woulkd like to hear even more, I will try to answer as much as I can. Let me know...
Bill

RE: Unions Are Good for Business

Ruth — Tue, 29 May 2007 15:16:55 GMT

I am so confused. People tell me that all unions do is taking your dues money. If that is not true please give me more information on the role of unions in the workplace.

RE: Unions Are Good for Business

Bill Gutschow — Fri, 25 May 2007 14:55:37 GMT

Ruth wrote:

Thanks... but no thanks. My job is to important to me. I would rather work and be treated like dirt then to have no job at all!

I am sorry to hear that Ruth. If you ever change your mind you can always contact me via this forum. Good luck to you and your co-workers.