What’s new and of interest to AFT Local 1493 members
What’s new and of interest to AFT Local 1493 members
Posted April 14, 2020
On May 1st labor unions across the world are speaking out about the challenges of working people during the COVID pandemic. Your faculty union is inviting you to join our special May Day action: A virtual faculty rally on Friday, 5/1, from 2-3pm. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/94221091151 Who will be there? Your faculty union colleagues will be […]
Posted March 28, 2020
At AFT 1493’s virtual Town Hall on Thursday, March 26, we had a great turnout of members who heard a report from our negotiators and shared many of the issues faculty are facing in our new working environments. Thank you to everyone who was able to participate. On Monday, March 30th, our bargaining team will […]
Posted March 17, 2020
Dear AFT 1493 members, We want to acknowledge the uncertainty and fears we’re all experiencing as we navigate the enormous changes brought about by the Coronavirus. As we wash our hands and wipe down our phones, take care of our families and try to figure out how to live our lives under these unprecedented conditions, […]
Posted March 11, 2020
Dear Faculty Colleagues, Join your colleagues to make sure the Chancellor receives HUNDREDS of messages from hardworking faculty. Chancellor Claire has the authority to influence the District’s negotiators to settle our contract fairly. Click “WRITE LETTER” to email the following message to Chancellor Mike Claire. Chancellor Claire, a year at the bargaining table is enough! […]
Posted February 27, 2020
Over 80 faculty and student supporters packed the February 26 Board of Trustees meeting to hear passionate speakers explain to the Trustees why we need a fair contract that addresses excessive faculty workload and provides pay parity to part-time instructors. The San Mateo Daily Journal reported: “The San Mateo Community College Federation of Teachers […]