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WHAT HAVE
WE DONE
4 U LATELY?
A BUE was recently charged 6.5 hours leave without pay and written up for being AWOL. The Union filed a grievance to restore the LWOP and make the BUE whole.
As a result he BUE was paid for the LWOP and all negative comments about the incident were removed from his 971.
A BUE was recently passed over for overtime in violation of the contract.
Due to his timely filing of a grievance within 20 days of the incident, the BUE was paid for the overtime he was not offered.
After the Union heard reports of workplace bullying, the Union did research on the effects that bullying and undue job stress have on employee health. As a result, the Union recognized the need for an Anti-Bullying Policy.
The union took the lead and published our own anti-bullying policy and posted it on Union bulletin boards. By acknowledging the existence of the problem and having the courage to expose it, You and Your Union have put the bullies on notice. We are already seeing positive results due to the posting of our policy.
These are just a few examples of the work You and Your Union are doing for BUEs. If you need assistance from your Union call or visit the office or email any steward or officer.
Part of being a member is helping each other and knowing that you are not alone in your quest for better working conditions. Being a Union member is about concern for the benefits of other BUEs as much as it is about enjoying benefits for yourself. As a Union member you have the satisfaction of making a positive difference in your workplace and in the lives of BUEs you may not even know.
Your Union represents You, so don't listen to the haters who badmouth Your Union, just send them to this webpage. Negative and unsubstantiated public comments are not just unfair, they are also damaging to every member of the bargaining unit. If you have a problem or criticism, please keep it professional and bring it to the Union office. United we stand!
Workplace Justice
Notable Recent Victories
A BUE was recently removed from his position and came to the Union for assistance.
As a result he was reinstated and the agency was required to pay over $35,000 in back pay and legal fees.
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