Local 888 “all in” for Labor Day and the fight for $15
Public service workers who are members of SEIU Local 888 joined a national day of action on Labor Day, standing up with fast food workers and other working people fighting for a better life. Following the Boston Common rally, workers …
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Practical Aspects of Union Membership
Paying union dues is your ticket to having a say in what the union does. Around contract bargaining time, only dues- paying members of the union are eligible to participate in making many critical decisions: · No membership, no say …
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Standing up for Charlottesville
Local 888 executive board members Tom McKeever, David Reno and Jorge Vargas attended a rally in Boston to protest the horrific acts of violence perpetrated by white supremacists in Virginia last August. “We remain steadfastly committed to work for justice …
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U-Mass Lowell members petition the legislature to fund union contracts
Higher Education professionals who are united in SEIU Local 888 at UMass Lowell have been bargaining with management in good faith since last March. After months of negotiations, Governor Baker has not authorized reasonable cost of living increases. “We launched …
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“Moment of Silence” in memory of Local 888 members
If a Local 888 member (or family) passes away, and you would like to have a notice included in the Spark, please send information to Brenda Rodrigues at brodrigues@seiu888.org Nakieka “Kiki” Taylor Local 888 officers and staff extend our deepest …
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Featured News
Union candidate Paul Feeney wins Dem Primary!
09/20/17 -
IBEW Local 2222 member and Local 888 endorsed state senate candidate Paul Feeney won the primary for the Bristol & Norfolk district. All members on in Southeastern Mass are urged to help Paul win the October 17 General Election.
Continue readingGet your “Raise Up” petitions now!
09/20/17 -
Ballot petitions are available for pick up at SEIU Local 888 in Braintree or a dozen other locations throughout Massachusetts. If you are interested in volunteering, contact Joe Lazzerini at 617-241-3369.
Continue readingLocal 888 members turn out to support Lydia Edwards
09/20/17 -
“Lydia Edwards really is for the people of Charlestown,” said Local 888 member and Boston Police Dept. staffer Marian Callahan. “She will fight for more affordable housing and better schools — she’s everything we need in a City Councillor.” Callahan …
Continue readingMendon Upton ABAs and Paras win new contract
09/20/17 -
Mendon Upton regional school district ABAs and Paras unanimously ratified a new three-year contract which included: Lengthening the filing period for grievances from 7 to 10 days. Memorializing the school work day hours at all work sites. Winning paid release …
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