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Surplus Declaration / General Wage Increase

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The union hall has received numerous inquiries about a possible Surplus declaration by Verizon. We have confirmed that there is an offer in Mid Atlantic, however, at this time Verizon has not declared any surplus in New England. If a future offer is announced, we will feature that news on our recorded tape and our social media sites.

The general wage increase for 2024 of 3% was effective this Sunday, August 4th. The increase will be reflected in payroll beginning on Friday, August 16th.

Please remember that the monthly meeting for August was suspended by unanimous vote at the June meeting. The next meeting will be Wednesday, September 11th.

Stay safe, stay strong, and be proud to be a union member!

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MNA/SEIU Action Wednesday April 24th – Locations & Times

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Help us protect hospitals threatened with closure due to the Steward Healthcare crisis. Join one of the events listed below being held in communities impacted by the potential loss of these vital facilities, and feel free to invite friends and family members to show their support for community-based care!

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Scarborough Alliance Webinar: Saving for College

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In working with plan participants on their retirement accounts, members have inquired about how to save towards the future of their children or grandchildren. Whether their future includes college, trade school, or starting their own business, there are different types of investment solutions for all families.

When: Thursday December 14th at 6:30 PM ET

Register here: https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/4198753/186CD7E1658424A2F46C12F9A90E289A

This webinar will address common questions you may have regarding savings for college, such as:

  • What is a 529 Plan?
  • What are the rules for custodial accounts? 
  • What is the difference between a 529 Plan and a Coverdell Education Savings Account?
  • What are the advantages and potential disadvantages of the options? 

Scarborough’s webinar will give you an overview of the various options to help you make the best selection for your family.

We will also cover commonly asked questions and will allow plenty of time at the end of the presentation for participants to submit questions.

Can’t make it? Register anyway, and we’ll send you the recording afterward.

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Apply for a Union Plus Scholarship for Union Families

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Union Plus is awarding $200,000 in scholarships for 2024. Join the hundreds of union families who benefit from a Union Plus Scholarship every year. Start your application online anytime and save your progress. The deadline to apply is Jan. 31.

Pictured above are three 2023 Scholarship winners: Blake Morrison, the son of a California School Employees Association (CSEA) member; Jayla Travis, the daughter of a Communications Workers of America (CWA) member in Mississippi; and Angel Zarobinksi, the spouse of a Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) member in California.

Scholarship awards range from $500 to $4,000. Current or retired union members, members’ spouses and the children and dependents of members, who are pursuing post-secondary education, are eligible to apply. Visit unionplus.org/scholarship.

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Support MNA Nurses!!

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The nurses at Beth Israel Lahey Anna Jaques Hospital – along with all the caregivers there – have always been there for their community. They braved COVID, and they have persevered as staffing has dwindled. We need the community’s hospital to be strong and well-staffed and resourced. Nurses know what they need to take care of us. We ask that the executives at BI-Lahey Health listen to the front-line caregivers and get them what they need.

Click here to sign the petition.

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