In the fourth bargaining session for the 2014-2017 contract, Local 1991 made several proposals, including full restoration of steps and all other concessions and a 2% COLA in each year of the contract. Management’s proposal would fall far short of that goal.
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Early Voting Has Begun. Get Out To Vote!
Primary election season is here! Early voting has begun in Miami-Dade and will begin Aug. 15 in Broward. Find early voting times & locations after the jump.
Jackson Budget Plan: Continued Employee Sacrifice
The Public Health Trust voted to approve Jackson’s $1.6 billion budget on Monday, following a lively debate in which SEIU Local 1991 members took management to task for not addressing short staffing and wage stagnation.
5% Passes PHT, 3% Delayed
The PHT easily passed the 5% agreement at its Jan. 27 meeting, but deferred a vote on the 3% gain-sharing agreement for up to 30 days.
Happy Holidays!
In 2013, the nurses, doctors and healthcare professionals at Jackson fought to make our public hospital a better place and got involved in numerous community issues. We have much to celebrate. Stay strong and get ready for the challenges (and opportunities) ahead in 2014!
Have You Voted Yet? Jackson Depends on Us.
Early voting has begun in Miami-Dade County and the most important issue on the ballot is the Jackson bond. You can make a big difference in this election. Every vote counts!
United for our 5% on Aug. 29!
On Thursday, Aug. 29, Jackson employees will join with all other county workers to demand that the County honor its promise to end a 5% pay cut as agreed. Be there! Stronger together!
Bargaining Session #2 on July 29
Come by on your break to support the team fighting for you! Also mark your calendars for August 29, when we will be fighting the 5% issue at the County Commission level.
2013 Legislative Session Wrapup
In a challenging session, Local 1991 won on pensions and elections reform, held the line on funding for Jackson, beat back trauma deregulation and pushed for Medicaid expansion. There’s still work to do, including calling for a special session to expand healthcare to 1.2 million Floridians.
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”