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At the recent May Full Negotiating Committee meetings, over 150 Chief Stewards, Officers, and leaders gathered to prepare UPW for the upcoming 2025 contract negotiations for Bargaining Units 1 and 10.
State Director Kalani Werner and host Flash discuss the Jimmy Toledo Scholarship, contract proposals for the next round of collective bargaining agreements, Unit Elections, Division Officers, and State Officer Elections, and the fight for THP
Members at Hilo Wastewater are overwhelmed and overworked. Given the limited resources available, we want to assure the public that these experienced, highly trained workers are doing their best under the circumstances.
UPW is advocating for essential workers who have been on the frontlines during the COVID-19 pandemic. All essential workers, including those in BU-1 and BU-10, deserve fair compensation for their hard work and dedication.
Three scholarships will be awarded to the most deserving applicants who plan to attend a university, college, community college, vocational, or trade school full-time.
Shannon received the President’s Award for Excellence in Buildings and Grounds Maintenance in recognition of his dedication and hard work