UPW Political Endorsements
In May, Governor Ige’s administration proposed up to 20% pay cuts for UPW workers by implementing pay cuts or furloughs. But he backed off his plan because legislative leaders [...]
UPW Member James Wataru Appointed EUTF Trustee
Governor Ige appointed UPW member James Wataru to the Board of Trustees of the Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund (EUTF). James is one of five employee [...]
Retirements and New Staff
Many good people have helped to build the United Public Workers Union, AFSCME Local 646. Since May of this year, four more devoted staff members have retired. Aurora “Marti” [...]
Administratorship Update
Dear UPW Ohana, It’s been about two months since UPW was placed under administratorship and I want to give you an update on the work of your union these past few weeks, as we strive to strengthen [...]
Negotiations – We want to hear from you!
We are gearing up for another round of contract negotiations! The deadline for members to submit contract proposals was April 17, 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically changed our way of [...]
Convention Delegates
In June, nominations were held to serve as a delegate to the AFSCME 2020 Virtual Convention, and 14 members accepted the opportunity to represent UPW. The biannual convention [...]