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politics1 month ago

City Workers Union Helps Block AFL-CIO Endorsement for Brad Lander

New York City's largest municipal workers union, DC-37, helped derail the NY State AFL-CIO's endorsement of Brad Lander in his deep-blue House district, citing Lander's audit of the Health Insurance Stabilization Fund that recommended dissolving the fund and his opposition to retirees' Medicare Advantage; Lander's campaign highlights his record supporting workers and organizing, while a potential endorsement of socialist Darializa Avila Chevalier remains on hold and some labor leaders worry about a unified front ahead of the November elections.

DC37, NYC's largest municipal union sues Mayor Adams' admin over budget cuts, sparking a battle for fiscal priorities.
politics2 years ago

DC37, NYC's largest municipal union sues Mayor Adams' admin over budget cuts, sparking a battle for fiscal priorities.

DC 37, New York City's largest municipal union and a former supporter of Mayor Adams, is suing the city over proposed budget cuts aimed at addressing a $7 billion deficit. The union filed the lawsuit in response to the elimination of the Job Training Participant Program, which helps move people off public assistance and into jobs. This move signifies a loss of support for the mayor from a powerful political ally. The lawsuit comes as Mayor Adams faces federal and state investigations into his ties to Turkey and his campaign and administration. The City Council has also pushed back against the cuts, citing underestimated revenue projections. Adams' administration maintains that they balanced the budget while negotiating contracts for city employees.

business3 years ago

NYC Launches Flexible Work Pilot Allowing Remote Work for City Employees.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams and District Council 37 (DC 37) Executive Director Henry Garrido have announced the launch of a flexible work pilot program for city employees. Eligible employees can work remotely for up to two days per week, providing greater flexibility for city workers while ensuring the administration continues to "Get Stuff Done" for New Yorkers. The program will run until May 31, 2025, and will be renewed for a year thereafter if both parties agree.