Our union works hard every day to enforce our contract and defend the rights of our members. The current Jackson management has kept us very busy, but our consistent successes keep us strong. Our union almost always achieves successful outcomes when we file grievances and/or arbitrations. Sometimes it takes a while for the process toContinue reading “Recent Union Victories”
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Jackson Has Issued a PL Cashout Form For this Year
Jackson has issued a PL cashout form for this year. It is important for all employees who wish to receive a PL cashout in December 2013 to complete this form and submit it to Human Resources. To obtain the new form issued by Jackson, click HERE. The deadline to submit this form is December 21,Continue reading “Jackson Has Issued a PL Cashout Form For this Year”
Jackson patients and community leaders speak out about cutting service to uninsured
The SEIU Local 1991 sponsored Our Jackson! Blue Ribbon Task Force, a grassroots organization made up of community leaders, joined forces with UP-PAC (Unrepresented People Political Action Committee) to hold a well-attended community forum at the Greater Bethel Baptist Church last Saturday to discuss recent cuts to patient care access. Over 150 concerned Miami DadeContinue reading “Jackson patients and community leaders speak out about cutting service to uninsured”
Election Victories!
It’s a good day! We are celebrating election victories for all of SEIU Local 1991’s priority races. This election we helped elect candidates who support working people, keeping Jackson Health System public, and quality care for our patients! Many of our SEIU endorsed candidates won their races, including President Barack Obama, as well as CommissionerContinue reading “Election Victories!”
Early Voting Continues This Week!
Early voting started on Saturday, October 27th and continues through this Saturday, November 3rd. Thousands of voters have already cast their ballots in this very important election. Don’t forget to early vote this week! Above: SEIU Local 1991 Vice President Sam Ruiz, RN, meets the Rev. Al Sharpton at an early vote rally at the Stephen P. Clark Center on Sat, Oct. 27th
Financial Recovery Board to Remain in Place After Controversial Vote
In a very disappointing turn of events for anyone who cares about Jackson and the patients we serve, the Board of County Commissioners voted today on a change to a county ordinance (25a) that will allow all the current Financial Recovery Board members–who have proven to a rubber stamp for Carlos Migoya–to continue their terms for several years to come.
FRB Update: Both Items Hastily Approved at Today’s Special Meeting
Financial Recovery Board members rushed through today’s committee meetings and held their “special meeting” one-hour early in order to approve two controversial items: renewal of Jackson CEO Carlos Migoya’s contract for another two years and the approval of a $75 million unbudgeted loan from Wells Fargo, Migoya’s previous employer.
Come to a Special FRB Meeting — Tomorrow, Oct. 18th at 3 p.m.
The Jackson Financial Recovery Board has just called a “Special meeting” for tomorrow to vote on renewing CEO Carlos Migoya’s contract for another two years after the current contract expires 6 months from now!
Team 1991 Made Strides Against Breast Cancer!
On Saturday, October 13th, SEIU Local 1991 participated in the American Cancer Society’s “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.” More than 15 members met at Tropical Park in Miami at 9 a.m. for the 5k walk through the park. Thanks to all of our members who participated in this year’s event and supported this very important cause!
Blue Ribbon Task Force Continues Its Fight to Stop Jackson’s ER Privatization
The Our Jackson Blue Ribbon Task Force gathered yesterday for a luncheon meeting to make plans to continue its ongoing fight to stop the privatization of Emergency Room services at Jackson Health System.