CWA Local 1103

What's New at CWA 1103

Posted On: Jul 03, 2008 (21:16:29)
Verizon has informed the CWA National Union that there was a computer program error with the pension checks. It seems that there are errors with the Medicare Part "B" reimbursements. There are some checks that had the reimbursement completely omitted and others with the wrong amount. The wrong amount is a lesser amount Read More...

VZ Bargaining Update 28

Updated On: Jul 02, 2008 (18:57:00)

CWA Regional Bargaining Update for Wed., July 2, 2008

The CWA/IBEW 2213 and the IBEW New England negotiating committees met with the Company this today in Rye, New York. Discussions centered on the health care and prescription drug proposals. The Committees will work on these issues separately tomorrow and are scheduled to meet together again on Monday, July 7, 2008.

VZ Bargaining Update 27

Posted On: Jul 02, 2008 (18:41:06)
CWA Regional Bargaining Update for Tuesday, July 1, 2008 The CWA/IBEW 2213 and the IBEW New England negotiating committees met with the Company this afternoon in Rye, New York. The Unions questioned the Company on their counter proposal they presented yesterday. Issues raised included health care and prescription drug benefits. No progress was made Read More...

VZ Bargaining Update 26

Updated On: Jul 02, 2008 (18:42:00)
CWA Regional Bargaining Update for Monday, June 30, 2008The CWA/IBEW 2213 and the IBEW New England negotiating committees met with the Company this afternoon in Rye, New York. The Company presented their response to the Unions June 16th comprehensive proposal. The Company proposal was completely unacceptable to the Unions Read More...

VZ STRIKE VOTE & BARGAINING UPDATE MEETING

Posted On: Jun 28, 2008 (13:49:37)

Verizon Strike Vote to be held on July 8^th 5:30PM at the Westchester County Center. Dennis Trainor, Asst. to District One Vice President will be at the meeting to explain current Verizon bargaining.

CWA Local 1103 Wins Members Choice Website 2nd Year

Posted On: Jun 25, 2008 (21:56:46)

At the 70^th annual CWA National Convention, Local 1103 has won the Members Choice Website Award. This award is especially significant because it is not judged by a panel of experts rather it is voted on by users of the websites. For the 2^nd year in a roll, you the CWA members choose CWA1103.org as your winner. The Executive Board wishes to thank all the Members who voted for our site.

SIF VZ HEALTHCARE TRAINING

Updated On: Jun 17, 2008 (22:37:00)

CWA National Verizon Healthcare training will continue at the CSEA Union Hall. All those attending may receive directions by clicking the link on the Upcoming Events section located at the right of the homepage.

VZ Bargaining Update 25

Posted On: Jun 16, 2008 (21:34:51)

CWA Regional Bargaining Update for Monday, June 16, 2008

The CWA/IBEW 2213 Regional Bargaining Committee and the New England IBEW team resumed negotiations with Verizon today in Rye, New York. The two Unions presented the Company with a comprehensive proposal.

At the start of the session today, CWA Chief Negotiator Dennis Trainor strongly urged Verizon to join with CWA, other National Unions and Corporations to work for the enactment of a National Health Care Program. This would save Verizon billions of dollars and remove the issue from the bargaining table in the future. Quoting CWA President Larry Cohen, Trainor told the Verizon representatives to “get off our backs and get on our side” in this matter.

In the area of Medical and Prescription Drug benefits the Unions proposal recognizes the need for behavioral changes in the use of generic drugs and mail order prescriptions to ensure the present level of benefits. Other critical issues addressed today by the Unions included:

Increase in wages, pensions and the Cost of Living formula
Job Security to strengthen the bargaining unit
Increase funding for the Dependent Care Reimbursement Fund
Expanded Safety and Health programs and funding
Insure that the same Health Benefits will apply to both active employees and retirees
Eliminate sub-contracting

The Unions stressed the need for improvements in wages and job security. The Unions demanded that Verizon live up to their previous commitment that as the Company grows, so does the Union. This ensures that the work of the future is performed by bargaining unit members.

Bargaining has recessed until June 30, 2008.

VZB TECH SPEAKS @ 1103 GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

Updated On: Jun 14, 2008 (07:22:00)

Verizon Business Tech speaks to the CWA Local 1103 Membership at the June 10, General Membership meeting in White Plains. As VZ Business techs fight for the right to unionize, Adam Traina, speaks to the Local 1103 Membership about his personal struggle and the desire to be Union...To be CWA! Click the link to hear Adam. VZB Tech Adam Traina Speaks to 1103

VZ Bargaining Update 24

Updated On: Jun 14, 2008 (07:21:00)

CWA Regional Bargaining Update for Friday, June 13, 2008

The CWA/IBEW 2213 and the IBEW New England negotiating committees met today in Rye, New York. The Unions reviewed information and continued to prepare a comprehensive counter proposal to Verizon’s proposal on Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits. Talks have recessed for the weekend and will resume on Monday, June 19. 2008.

VZ Bargaining Update 23

Updated On: Jun 14, 2008 (07:21:00)

CWA Regional Bargaining Update for Wednesday, June 11, 2008

The CWA/IBEW 2213 Regional Bargaining Committee worked today preparing a comprehensive counter proposal to Verizon’s on medical and prescription drug benefits. The committees will meet again early tomorrow to continue this work before meeting with the Company.

VZ Bargaining Update 22

Updated On: Jun 14, 2008 (07:21:00)
CWA Regional Bargaining Update for Tuesday, June 10, 2008 The CWA/IBEW 2213 Regional Bargaining Committee spent time this morning working on a counter proposal which will be presented to the Company. Before the proposal can be completed the Unions need additional information that has been requested from the Company. The parties met this afternoon Read More...