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Download your leader newsletter now
Nov. 9, 2017
In order to get information to leaders as quickly as possible, OCSEA has begun targeting OCSEA leaders with email communications that relates directly to them and the members they serve. This includes leader-focused emails, like this one, that aren’t exactly of interest to the average OCSEA member but ensure that officers and stewards get timely union news. This is something that snail mail can’t always provide.

Veterans receive free meals, discounts on Veteran’s Day
Nov. 9, 2017
Not only are we eternally grateful for our union member veterans, so are many of the country’s largest restaurants chains. On or around Veteran’s Day, Saturday, November 11, those who have served with the armed forces, can eat for free or receive deep discounts for meals, haircuts and more. Here is a list of freebies that honor veterans by providing free or discounted meals, haircuts, carwashes and more on Veteran’s Day. And don’t forget to thank a veteran!

Working Families win big on election night
Nov. 8, 2017
In some big wins for labor, union-endorsed candidates made fierce gains last night in New Jersey, Virginia and around the country. Read more here about working families’ big night.

OCSEA member to Plain Dealer: Unions have value!
Nov. 8, 2017
In a Letter to the Editor, OCSEA Board Member Jim LaRocca tells the Cleveland Plain Dealer that the Janus case, set to be heard before the U.S. Supreme Court next year, is just another attempt to rig the economy in favor of millionaires and large corporations. An unfavorable decision would set the country back decades, he writes, and eliminate the freedoms of public employees to collectively bargain. Read more.

Member never quits: Saving tax dollars, supporting affordable housing
Nov. 8, 2017
Laura Sowards-Carmichael is a doting mom of two, a union steward and proud public employee. A Housing Grant Analyst 2 at the Ohio Housing Finance Agency, Laura is humble about her public service; but the fact that she has saved Ohio taxpayers millions of dollars, in addition to the long-term impact of her job, is anything but unassuming.

OCSEA: GOP tax plan to hurt communities, working families
Nov. 2, 2017
OCSEA President Chris Mabe issued the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives issued its tax plan that gives millionaires and corporations lavish tax breaks but hurts working families.

Ohio Public employees fight for R-E-S-P-E-C-T!
Nov. 1, 2017
In the latest edition of the OCSEA magazine, union activists talk about how collective power is key to building and holding on to respect at the bargaining table.

Get "just-in-time" trainings for your chapter
Nov. 1, 2017
Schedule a "just-in-time" training for your chapter today!

Union testifies against increases to non-covered vision costs
Nov. 1, 2017
OCSEA offered testimony on Ohio House Bill 156, the vision benefits bill that could increase the cost of non-covered vision services for OCSEA members. However, a substitution version of the bill may be submitted.

Iowa workers give AFSCME a resounding vote of confidence
Oct. 31, 2017
In a resounding vote of confidence, almost 100 percent of AFSCME-represented county, city and school employees in Iowa voted in October to remain with their union.

AFL-CIO Convention: Join together, fight together, win together
Oct. 31, 2017
Get a wrap up of the national AFL-CIO Convention.

Take action against federal tax cuts that benefits the wealthy
Oct. 30, 2017
Take action against federal budget cuts that benefit the richest Americans instead of investing in public services, programs and infrastructure that could benefit us right here in Ohio.

Public Employees: Protect yourself from student debt relief scammers
Oct. 25, 2017
This month, public employees and other student loan borrowers are being warned by the Federal Trade Commission about Student Debt Relief Scams.

Ghouls and Goblins at Mansfield Parade
Oct. 25, 2017
This Saturday, October 28, OCSEA activists in Mansfield participate in the Monsterfield Masquerade parade and Trick or Treat events.

NEW! Newport Aquarium discount for OCSEA members
Oct. 25, 2017
OCSEA members will receive $6 off per ticket for adults and $4 off per child to Newport Aquarium now until Nov. 23. OCSEA members can go HERE for details. Log in required.

Corrections and Public Safety Employees: Night with the Blue Jackets
Oct. 25, 2017
The Columbus Blue Jackets will team up once again with the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund for their annual “First Responders Night.” Corrections, Public Safety as well as Law Enforcement employees will get discounted admission for a great night of hockey as the Blue Jackets take on the New York Rangers on Friday November 17, 2017.

Refresh your Union Bulletin Board!
Oct. 25, 2017
Leaders: Need to jazz up your union bulletin boards? Now you can download new background paper for your bulletin boards as well as a flyer with general union contact information where you can fill in important leader information.

Are you new to the union? Check this out!
Oct. 25, 2017
Are you a young AFSCME member looking to make a difference in your union and build power in your job? Take these steps to get involved now:

ODJFS Update on Teleworking Changes
Oct. 20, 2017
A meeting took place yesterday, Oct. 19, between ODJFS management and the union regarding management’s plan to eliminate teleworking. Read a brief recap of what was discussed. Management intends to notify affected employees on Monday of their plan.

Get activated! Sign up for bargaining updates
Oct. 18, 2017
Support a strong union contract by getting bargaining updates through email, texts, social media and more. Members can also sign a solidarity pledge and request a feedback call from a union leader.