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TOWN OF MARBLETOWN SECURES FIRST CONTRACT
The new members of UPSEU recently unanimously ratified their first contract. As part of a wave of new organizing in Ulster County, the highway workers originally heard of unequaled representation and excellent negotiations results from neighboring towns represented by UPSEU.
Executive Vice President/Regional Director Gary M. Hickey and Labor Relations Representative Don Lown, together with negotiating members Chris Newkirk and Roger Buley, worked tirelessly for almost one year to forge this initial agreement; it was well worth the wait.
Major wage adjustments, new longevity, increased call-in pay and vacation leave, Article 41-J of the NYSERS, increased sick leave accumulation, new fire call release time, increased bereavement leave, new Labor/Management committee, new work boot allowance and new binding arbitration highlight the settlement.
“Good news travels fast. We heard about UPSEU, signed up and are now rewarded. I highly recommend them!” voiced Union Steward Newkirk. Hickey added “The guys stuck together to achieve their goal and I commend their will to stay united for the greater good of the group and individuals.”
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