Ulster county csea local 856, kingston, ny
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A word about our Postings online
Wherever possible - the postings are listed in chronological order. You can click on the image to view the entire posting or the link that accompanies it.
These postings are also available on site at the Union Bulletin Boards in the County Buildings as well.
Todd Schmidt,
President, CSEA Local 856
Week ending September 30, 2022
Shutdown Averted
Congress reached an agreement to fund the federal government through December 16, thereby avoiding an impending government shutdown.
The spending bill passed the Senate by a 72-25 vote and the House by a vote of 230-201.
Election Spotlight - Southern Region 3
This week, we look at highlighted endorsements in Southern Region 3.
The Hudson Valley is one of the battlegrounds that will determine which party controls Congress come January. Let's take a look at two high-profile Congressional races where CSEA has endorsed:
Congressional District 18
CSEA Endorsement: Pat Ryan (D)
CSEA has endorsed Representative Pat Ryan for re-election. Rep. Ryan was previously the Ulster County Executive until he won a Special Election in September to serve out the remainder of now-Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado’s term. As County Executive, Ryan negotiated excellent contracts with CSEA which were ratified via wide margin. Pat is a strong supporter of a woman’s right to choose, and is a West Point graduate who served two-terms in Iraq.
Congressional District 19
CSEA Endorsement: Marc Molinaro (R)
CSEA has endorsed Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro (R). Marc and CSEA have had a productive relationship for well over a decade, with an open-door policy to solve any issues. We negotiated multiple contracts with Mr. Molinaro, with the most recent being overwhelmingly supported by CSEA membership.
Other races of note:
State Senate District 41
CSEA Endorsement: Sue Serino (R)
In what is expected to be among the more high-profile state senate races in the state, CSEA has endorsed Senator Sue Serino (R) in Senate District 41. This district covers portions of Ulster, Dutchess, Greene & Columbia Counties. CSEA made the decision to endorse Sen. Serino based on her nearly decade-long relationship with the organization, her unwavering efforts to increase OPWDD & OMH services in New York, and her high profile efforts to combat the Lyme Disease issue that continues to plague the residents and CSEA members of the 41st Senate District.
State Senate District 39
CSEA Endorsement: Rob Rolison (R)
In Senate District 39, CSEA has endorsed Poughkeepsie Mayor Rob Rolison (R). Rob is a retired police officer and detective who served as president of his PBA. He has worked with CSEA as Chairman of the Dutchess County Legislature, and now as Mayor. Mr. Rolison has the government experience and proven track record to effectively serve as a state senator on day one.
To view a full list of CSEA's endorsements, and to view more voting information, please visit our website.
Election Deadlines
Please note the following dates of interest for the November 8 General Election:
> October 14: Last day to register to vote
> October 24: Last day to mail a request for an absentee ballot
> October 29 :- November 6: Early voting
> November 8: Election Day
csea local 856 boat ride
Friday, Sept 16th, 2022 | More Details to follow
CSEA Southern Region Golf Classic
at the
Town of Wallkill Golf Course
40 Sands Road
Middletown, NY 10941
** More Details to Follow**
CSEA You are not alone we are stronger together
Strengthening the CSEA Relationship through the Insurance Program
Offering a voluntary insurance program since the 1930's, CSEA was a pioneer in the group insurance program that has benefited thousands of members and their families over the decades.
These specially negotiated group plans are only available as a CSEA Member. All plans are with A+ rated carriers vetted by CSEA & obtained through the union's strength of extensive membership. The program today is better than ever with a full range of offerings from life insurance products to supplemental disability, to rental and homeowners insurance to auto, boat and motorcycle. We even have catastrophic illness and pet insurance available. Everything that you might need in your life.
How the CSEA Group Sponsored Insurance Program has helped Members
enacted 2022-23 State budget summary
A few days after the start of the state fiscal year, the Governor and lawmakers agreed to a final budget. Overall, this budget is a positive for CSEA members across New York State. It includes positive changes for members in tiers 5 and 6, bonuses for healthcare and direct care workers, historic levels of school district funding, new funding for SUNY, and unprecedented investments in childcare.
We continue to review the enacted budget for additional details and will report additional details as needed.
Are taxes stunting your growth?
Did you know that by contributing to New York State Deferred Compensation Plan you can put off paying taxes on your contributions and any earnings.
The plan is tax-deferred . That means that you pay less current federal and New York State income taxes today and have the opportunity for your money to grow tax-deferred. You don't pay taxes until you decide to make withdrawals, which are taxed as ordinary income.
Investing involves market risk, including possible loss of principal.
Be tax smart.
Sign-up for the Plan today.
Ask questions, review your account or join
Ulster County Employees
New York State Deferred Compensation Plan
Please contact Gene for more information about your benefit.
For general info please visit: www.nysdcp.com
For MORE information, contact Gene Nescot at his voicemail (614)854-4364
or send Gene an email to gene.nescot@nationwide.com
CSEA - Insurance for csea members
CSEA - Pearl Insurance
Insurance plans specifically designed for CSEA Members!
- Disability
- Term Life
- Whole Life
- Critical Illness
- Comprehensive Accident Plan
- Hospital and Home Care Recovery
- Auto
- Home & Renters
- RV, Boat, Motorcycle
- Umbrella
- Pet Insurance
Your NEW CSEA Insurance representative is: Sean Lynch - 518-860-0612 | call or text!
Click on the CSEA Pearl Insurance flyer for additional information.....
Early Retirement Incentive Update
Subject: CSEA members: Get the facts on Early Retirement
Reply-To: get.active@cseainc.org
Many CSEA members are inquiring and seeking an Early Retirement Incentive (ERI) this year from the legislature. While CSEA does support any additional retirement benefit that may be offered to all of our members, the specific proposals that have been introduced in the Assembly and Senate are unacceptable for many reasons as outlined below:
The proposals give the employer the exclusive right to target who gets an incentive and the position must be ELIMINATED. That means the specific job is gone. While ERI’s do have a benefit when layoffs are proposed, that is not the case this year. In fact, all of our state agencies are understaffed and mandatory overtime is being used exclusively in our agencies. There also are no proposed layoffs on the local government side and in fact many county executives are using stimulus money to beef up the workforce especially in probation, social work, child protective workers and 911 operators. This bill is not automatic for local governments or the state. THE EMPLOYER GETS TO CHOOSE TO OPT-IN OR NOT.
No position in health care, direct care or public safety can get the incentive. This particular provision excludes almost three-quarters of our state workforce and many positions in local government as well. CSEA cannot support an ERI that does not treat all of our members fairly and equitably.
There is always a cost to an ERI that is paid for by the employer. These costs can add up to millions of dollars that the employer must pay to the retirement system. In order for the employer to save any money, the job must be eliminated leaving employees who cannot take advantage of the ERI to do even more with less workers. In addition, if the employer is paying out more money to pay for an ERI that means less money for contract negotiations or raises!
Employers in the past have used the ERI to support and promote the privatization of our public jobs. When there are not enough workers to do the job the state and local governments will contract out the work. In fact, this year our Department of Motor Vehicles is so far behind in servicing the general public due to the pandemic that they contracted out to Triple A to pick up the slack... members of AAA can now get any motor vehicle service accomplished at their local office in the downstate area.
Employers in the past have also given the ERI to management and then rehired that same person as a consultant to no benefit of the CSEA members.
For all of the reasons listed above, CSEA cannot support the proposed ERI’s currently pending in the legislature.
CSEA would and will support an ERI that is open and fair to all of our members, that doesn’t eliminate positions and that strictly prohibits privatization of the work performed by the members.
In solidarity,
Mary E. Sullivan, President
CSEA Local 1000, AFSCME, AFL-CIO, 143 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12210
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