The outbreak of Covid-19 and the state-wide mandate to shelter in place has opened the door for countless questions and concerns for all the members of Local 444 and their families. Know that your Union is doing everything within our…
Union Sisters and Brothers, Over the previous week the Unions have been demanding that the District stop non-essential work, identify critical staffing and allow to the extent operationally feasible for our people to shelter-in-place on paid admin leave, providing some…
On February 12th, 2020, Arbitrator, Joe Lindsay, released the opinion and decision regarding the grievance filed by AFSCME Local 444 contesting the denial of Water Distribution Plumber IIIs taking the ACMS civil service examination (#19-444-039). The decision states: "The District…
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There are a multitude of labor related measures on the upcoming ballot this year. AFSCME has done the research and they are endorsing the candidates that support our LABOR MOVEMENT. It is important that you get out and vote. March…
This year is a major year for the ballot box. It is extremely important that you register and cast your vote. With so many candidates and measures on the ballot, it can be a daunting task to research every detail. …
You are cordially invited to join your Local 444 for our ANNUAL HOLIDAY FEAST THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19 @5:30 PM 80 Swan Way Oakland, CA The festivities will coincide with the General Membership meeting. Come enjoy some amazing food grilled up…
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Join us in welcoming our newly elected executive board members Evan Klein-Corman as Recording Secretary and Miguel Lugo as a Trustee.
Congratulations to the new President of Local 444, Eric Larsen. Further official positions that were filled in July are as follows: Treasurer - Eddie Cheung, Chief Steward - Joe Pangelinan, Recording Secretary - Tony Martin, Correspondence Secretary - Rochelle Verspui,…