UUP Buffalo CenterDear Colleagues, The physical office will be closed all next week for the Thanksgiving holiday. The virtual office will remain open on Monday & Tuesday – 9am-3pm. Both the physical and virtual office will be closed on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Wishing you and your families a happy and healthy Thanksgiving. In Solidarity,Ken KernChapter PresidentUUP […]
Dear Colleagues, Attached for your information is a one-page flier that explains key provisions and gains in our new contract regarding Compensation. Hard copies of these are available in the office for those that would like one. Attachment can be found here. In solidarity, Ken KernChapter PresidentUUP Buffalo Center
Dear Colleagues, Please see the following information from Statewide President, Fred Kowal: So, last week I got to share good news about our raises being in paychecks of November 22nd, which truly is welcome news. Unfortunately, I also sometimes have to share bad news, even when it’s expected. So, here goes… Despite our advocacy for […]
Dear Colleagues, Your UUP Buffalo Center Chapter has finally received approval that applications are now open for the IDA for the retro 4/1/23-7/1/23 timeframe. GOER has yet to update the Program guidelines for the 7/2/23 – 7/1/24 timeframe and applications are not yet being accepted as the criteria for award evaluation seems to be changing […]
Dear Colleagues, Please note the following from UUP Central received this morning: It is now official that the 2022 2% and 2023 3% across the board (ATB) increases will be paid in the November 22, 2023 paycheck. That check will include both the retroactive cash generated by these increases and the adjustment in bi-weekly base […]
Dear Colleagues, The time is now to enroll in the pre-tax Health Care Spending Account (HCSA), Dependent Care Advantage Account (DCAA), or Adoption Advantage Account for 2024! The Flex Spending Account (FSA) Open Enrollment period for the 2024 plan year began on November 1 and will end on December 11, 2023, at 11:59 pm ET. […]
Dear Colleagues, In follow up to the recent Parking and Transportation Open Forums, here is the link to learn more about and take advantage of the university’s On-Demand Shuttle Services: On-Demand Shuttles – Parking and Transportation – University at Buffalo In solidarity, Ken KernChapter PresidentUUP Buffalo Center
Dear Colleagues, Here is the most up to date legislation, per the NYS Board of Elections with regards to taking time off to vote: Time Off To Vote FAQ 2020 (ny.gov) In Solidarity, Ken KernChapter PresidentUUP Buffalo Center
Dear Colleagues, As you are aware, our UUP colleagues at Potsdam are facing a disturbing and challenging new situation created by decisions made by SUNY’s Board of Trustees. On Sept. 19, SUNY Potsdam President Suzanne Smith announced a drastic financial restructuring plan that includes the deactivation of 14 degree programs and closing as many as […]
Dear Colleagues, Your UUP Buffalo Center Chapter would like to recognize Members Abigail Cooke, Robin Sullivan, and Mike Yates who participated in the UUP Organizing Academy Training sessions this past summer. Join me in congratulating them on their accomplishments as the Chapter looks forward to their input and leadership with the UUP Buffalo Center Chapter. […]