E-News: January 25, 2024
An updated Union Directory listing union goods and services in R.I. can be found on our website at www.RhodeIslandAFLCIO.org under the “Resources” tab.
Here is the direct link—-> Union Directory
Great discussion with @SenWhitehouse this week on how he will continue to fight for working Rhode Islanders while in Washington and how vital it is to vote in this upcoming election #PassthePROAct #1u
Congratulations to Secretary-Treasurer Patrick Crowley and to others for making it on the Providence Business News’ 2024 Book of Lists!
Providence Business News: PBN debuts 2024 Book of Lists
PROVIDENCE – More than 200 business and nonprofit representatives spent Thursday evening at the Graduate Providence networking with one another, as well as obtaining copies of Providence Business News’ 2024 Book of Lists at the publication’s premier event for the special supplement.
PBN on Thursday formally debuted its 37th edition of the Book of Lists, which will publish Friday as part of the Jan. 19-Feb. 1 print edition. The book features 128 lists highlighting business from various sectors, municipalities, nonprofits and top executives. Also, the latest Book of Lists features executive profiles, highlighting top local business officials from around Rhode Island and Bristol County, Mass.
The book also features 10 “Most Influential People,” selected by PBN, who all left their marks on the local business community over the past year. The marks were mostly positive, but some were controversial.
The 10 Most Influential People in the 2024 Book of Lists are:
- Peter Alviti Jr., R.I. Department of Transportation director
- Patrick Crowley, Rhode Island AFL-CIO secretary-treasurer
- Karen S. Lynch, CVS Health Corp. CEO and president
- Cortney Nicolato, United Way of Rhode Island Inc. CEO and president
- Col. Oscar Perez, Providence police chief
- Karen Santilli, Crossroads Rhode Island CEO
- House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi, D-Warwick
- Elizabeth M. Tanner, R.I. Commerce secretary
- Jack R. Warner, Rhode Island College interim president
- Laurie White, Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce president
Gallo | Thomas Insurance; Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, a Point32Health Co.; Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP; R.I. Commerce Corp.; and Stanley Tree Service Inc. were sponsors of the 2024 PBN Book of Lists Premier Event.
NEA of Rhode Island Facebook:
CCRI don’t leave your faculty in the cold! Fair contract now! #UnionStrong #union #1u #solidarity
RI Current: CCRI faculty picket in below freezing temperatures on first day of classes
WARWICK — Temperatures were below freezing Monday morning as students strolled in for their first day of spring classes on the Knight Campus of the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI). But the cold was nothing for John Mowry, a computer studies professor who has spent years as an official in the world of professional luge.
Mowry and a few dozen colleagues endured the 23-degree chill as they picketed at the campus entrance. Bright red signs in hand, they had a simple demand: getting CCRI’s administration back to the bargaining table after 18 months without a new contract.
“They won’t even negotiate with us,” Mowry said “And they won’t even come back with a common proposal.”
The picket line was about 50 people strong, according to rough numbers from Stephanie Mandeville, a spokesperson for National Education Association Rhode Island (NEARI), which represents the 300 professors who belong to the CCRI Faculty Association (CCRIFA). The union contends that its repeated attempts to negotiate have been sluggishly met by the administration.
Union members continue to work under the terms of the three-year contract that was originally set to expire on June 30, 2021. The contract was extended another year, said Amy Kempe, a spokesperson and chief of staff in the president’s office at CCRI.
“Since summer, they’ve come to meetings, but with no counterproposals to anything that we have,” said Daniel O’Neill, an assistant professor of art and design and the union’s secretary.
“And so we’re at a standstill. So that’s why we’ve been compelled by that lack of action on their part to come out here.”
GST Michael Sabitoni Twitter:
Honored to attend the 37th Annual Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in Providence, RI. Proud to see my #LIUNA sister Vennicia Kingston recognized for her contributions. #Laborers271
RISAFF Facebook:
RISAFF held our biennial convention on Thursday, January 18, 2024. Thank you to all our delegates, alternates and guests who attended.
We were honored to have the following officials and dignitaries attend our convention. RISAFF President Emeritus Paul Reed, Edzo for IAFF,Frank Lima – IAFF GST,IAFF District 3 VP Jay Colbert,Chief Timothy Walsh, Deacon Scott Brown, Lt. Governor Sabina Matos, Speaker Joe Shekarchi, Senate President Dominick Ruggerio, Chris Blazejewski For State Representative, RI State Representative John G. Edwards, Senator Frank S. Lombardi, Senator Ryan Pearson, Sec. of State Gregg Amore, Attorney General Peter Neronha, Jane Testa Thank you to the Honor Guard of Lincoln, RI Rescue & Firefighter’s Association Local 3023, IAFF for the opening ceremony and posting the colors.
Providence Fire Department Twitter:
Please join us in congratulating our newly promoted Deputy Assistant Chief, Deputy Assistant, Battalion Chiefs, Fire Captains and Fire Lieutenants! We are thankful for all of their hard work and service to the @CityofProv each and every day.
Narragansett Fire Department Facebook:
Members of A Platoon took advantage of the recent cold weather to do some ice rescue training this afternoon. Please remember you should never assume the ice is safe unless it has been tested. Natural springs and currents may cause for thin spots on the ice. If you see an animal out in the ice call 911, don’t go out there yourself. The fire department will send out members that are properly equipped to make the rescue.
United Way of RI: Free Tax Preparation
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Labor 411: Stay Warm This Winter With Products From These Ethical Brands
Baby, it’s cold outside! The past week has been bone-chilling for most in the U.S. If you are looking for a little warmth via food and drinks, we’ve put together a great list for you below. These products are from ethical brands that have union contracts with their workers. Cozy up with these items while supporting good union jobs!
Here’s to staying warm, from all of us at Labor411
UPCOMING EVENTS:
United Way of RI:
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Please join us for RILHS Panel Discussion
“Organizing and Reinventing Unions in the 1980’s and 1990’s”
Stories and Lessons Learned by Those Who Were There
Saturday, January 27, 2024
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
National Education Association / Rhode Island, 99 Bald Hill Road, Cranston
Coffee and Donuts, 9:00- 10:00 a.m. / Program Commences 10:00 a.m.
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Negotiation Training Workshop
A two-session program that will prepare negotiations committee members to develop, cost and present proposals. Participants will be exposed to the steps necessary for successful negotiations. The second session will be devoted to a three-hour mock negotiation, where participants will put into practice the skills acquired in the first session.
Dates/Times
Saturday – January 27, 2024: 9 am – 4 pm, Training in Negotiation
Tuesday – January 30, 2024, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm, Mock Negotiations*
If inclement weather, back up dates will be:
Saturday – February 3, 2024: 9 am – 4 pm, Training in Negotiation
Tuesday – February 6, 2024, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm, Mock Negotiations*
*Mock Negotiations participation requires attendance at the Training in Negotiation session. Attendance at both sessions is required for completion.
Location
Institute for Labor Studies & Research
1540 Pontiac Ave, Suite A
Cranston, RI 02920
Cost $20 pp (No charge for RI AFL-CIO affiliated members)
Deadline: Friday, January 15, 2024
Registration is on a first come first served basis – spots are limited.
Contact Denise Cesino – dcesino@riilsr.org, 401-463-9900, dial 7 to register.
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LEADERSHIP FOR A FUTURE 2024 APPLICATION NOW OPEN!
Leadership for a Future (LFAF) is an organizing development program for current and emerging leaders that fosters diverse connections and relationships while providing participants with the skills necessary to “become the change they wish to see” in Rhode Island. With an extra emphasis on working class and labor advocacy, this is a must-attend program for any community organizer.
The 2024 LFAF program will start February 16th with an overnight weekend retreat and ten (10) Monday evening sessions. The Monday sessions will run from 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM (including dinner) and will be held at the Institute for Labor Studies & Research (1540 Pontiac Ave, Suite-A, Cranston, RI 02920). Childcare and transportation will also be provided.
If you are interested and/or know someone else who would be please fill out and share the Application: https://bit.ly/lfaf-2024
If you have any questions, you can reach out to Haley De La Rosa at hdelarosa@riilsr.org or 401-463-9900 or Autumn Guillote at autumn@riaflcio.org 401-316-1359.
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NEW EPISODE: WORKING SAFELY AFTER A DISASTER – RICOSH WEBINAR
Check out our latest Labor Vision episode featuring James Celenza, RICOSH Director, and Fred Malaby, CIH CSP, on Working Safely After a Disaster: Guidance for reducing risks of injury and illness during recovery after disasters. Watch to learn about the risks in our region, how to better prepare and better protect workers on the job.
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