COVID19 Guidance
This is the link to current Coronavirus directives from the Governor
Raises for State Managers Delayed; Commissioners Instructed to Identify Core Government Functions
Gov. Malloy’s budget office told state agency heads to postpone cost-of-living increases and merit pay raises for non-union managers until Jan. 1, 2016. In the same memo commissioners are instructed to review their agencies with the goal of identifying "core government functions". Office of Policy and Management Secretary Ben Barnes said that as budget talks begin there will not be an adjustment to manager's merit pay plan salaries on Nov.
Governor's Press Release on the Budget
Governor Malloy issued a press release in response to OPMs most recent revenue projections for FY16. The press release calls for bipartisan meetings on the state budget The discussions could lead to a special session on the FY16 budget. Gov.
Longevity Payments
Longevity Payments for those who qualify will be included in the October 29, 2015 paychecks.
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Professional Leave Grievance
The Union has become aware that in isolated instances, some members are being denied access to Training and Professional Leave [Article 31, Section Five of our contract] to attend the Union's upcoming training session.
State Looking to Begin Negotiations with A&R
In recent weeks A&R sent 2 letters to the State demanding contract negotiations for a successor agreement. The State has responded and is seeking dates to meet with A&R. At that initial meeting "ground rules" for the contract negotiations will be established. We do not have that initial date set as of yet, but will keep you updated. Chief Negotiator Christine Buck along with Vice President Mike Myles and President John DiSette are seeking to have that initial meeting with the State either in late October or early November.