Local 189 Municipal Employees of Portland, Oregon

MEMBERS VOTE OVERWHELMINGLY TO APPROVE CONTRACT

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OHSU Biomedical Researchers Urge Legislature To Demand Congress Fund Life-Saving Research

SALEM, OR - Biomedical researchers from OHSU testified in front of the House Committee on Rules on April 9th, advocating for

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New Avenues For Youth Workers Settle First Contract

PORTLAND, OR - After over 16 months bargaining their first contract, New Avenues for Youth (NAFY) workers have reached a tentative agreement with management on a three year contract, averting a one

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“The fear is constant and overwhelming.” Workplace risk is high and safety is low according to a new report

SALEM, OR – Understaffing, extreme overtime and lack of safety protocols are creating untenable situations in the workplace, based on member survey results released today by Oregon AFSCME in their

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National AFSCME News

Reckless budget cuts would put many people in Connecticut in the poor house
Connecticut residents would suffer mightily if SNAP, Medicaid are cut. — Apr 24
Cutting Medicaid would cut a lifeline for the needy and the elderly
If Congress cuts Medicaid, vulnerable New Yorkers will lose a lifeline. — Apr 24
New union at Monterey Bay Aquarium helps workers build power
Monterey Bay Aquarium workers can now experience the union difference. — Apr 23
AFSCME members in Arizona demand end to public service cuts
AFSCME members made their voices heard in Phoenix as they opposed budget cuts to pay for billionaire tax cuts. — Apr 22
Philadelphia librarian creates a safe space for federal workers facing attacks
Julie Zaebst, a librarian at the Free Library of Philadelphia, is the latest winner of our union’s Never Quit Service Award. — Apr 22