OEA Thanks Orono Police Department

Representatives from the Orono Education Association thanked the Orono Police Department for all they did to ensure the safety of students and commuters during the HIghway 12 road closure.  OEA members Luke Runka, Kelly Jeremiason, and President Jane Smith delivered coffee and bagels in appreciation of their extra efforts and care.

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Ready for Fall 2017? Q&A for all UMS adjuncts

Fall courses are beginning, so here is an updated Q&A for all part-time faculty members in the University of Maine System. Have a question? PATFA now has a dedicated phone line, 207-262-7971. PATFA officers check it during the work week. And PATFA is on Facebook: PATFA@aftmaine. Like us.

All part-time faculty members in the University of Maine System are covered by the same contract.

So here are some frequently asked questions and brief answers, updated to help as you plan your work in fall 2017:

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Contract Negotiations Update

For several months, the A&R Negotiations team has been working diligently to arrive at a negotiated settlement with the State.  However, experience has shown that the State is unwilling to make progress in contract negotiations.  The State continues to insist on wage freezes, the elimination of most benefits of your contract language, and to vastly restrict and/or entirely eliminate Alternative Work Schedules (AWS). 

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You will need your NYSUT Member number and Local Union number (it is 2776).  If you do not have your NYSUT Member number, you can call Membership Services at 800-342-9810.  Or you can email Membership services at memberec@nysut.mail.org.   Please contact Dan Gerken if you have any questions.

Unions Meet With Governor To Discuss Budget

As the Governor attempts to put together his biennel budget, he requested that the Unions informally meet with budget director Ben Barnes.  The unions did meet and listen to Ben Barnes presentation on the future budget problems.  It appears, the Governor suddenly realizes he isn't going to Washington and he may need to work with labor.  The parties will meet again and hopefully have some positive discussions, we will report out any developments if they occur.

posted 11/23/16

 

 

Agencies Fill Governor's Request For Budget Cuts

11/22/16

Governor Malloy is preparing his 2-yr budget proposal which will be unveiled in February 2017.  In advance of the Biennial Budget announcement the Governor has asked all agencies to submit a proposal to acheive a 10% reduction in their budget.

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Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development Funds

11/21/16

A&R is operating under a contract "extension" agreement with the State.  This means the language of our contract continues to apply, however, no "new" money is provided. 

Our contract ended on June 30, 2016 and therefore did not require any State funds to be added for Tuition Reimbursement  nor towards Professional Development/Conferences for July 1, 2016.  Since no "new" money was added to these funds, we are now operating only on  the remaining "carry-over" funds from the prior contract year.

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CONSIDER A MEMORIAL DONATION TO THE RC 10 SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Unfortunately, RC 10 lost three of our most involved members during the last year. Those who strive to make a difference in the world, who love and are loved by those around them, are never really gone. Their impact is felt long after they have left us. We can choose to honor their memories in ways that continue their legacy.

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