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AFSCME Local 3580
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Toxic Work Environment
You name it, AFSCME-represented hazardous waste workers handle it. The job combines science, a strong stomach and a whole lot of caution.
Union democracy
New leader takes presidency at Oregon AFSCME
Elizabeth Goetzinger, president of 430-member AFSCME Local 3580 at the Metro regional government, was elected president of Oregon AFSCME.
Collective bargaining
AFSCME wins big gains for Metro temp workers
An agreement between the Metro regional government and AFSCME Local 3580 will deliver raises of up to $3.92 an hour to about 50 newly...
Collective bargaining
New contract for AFSCME members at Metro
If ratified, 300+ workers will get 2.82% raises, and pay an extra 2% of health insurance premiums
Collective bargaining
Laborers Local 483 proclaims ‘Zoolidarity’ in campaign for a better contract at Metro
Metro’s contract with AFSCME Local 3580 has also expired
