UUP Cortland Chapter

UUP 101 – Who is UUP?
The webinar will be held on:
Wednesday, November 18th from 5:00pm – 6:30pm
To join the discussion, please register using the link below.
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/r66DF731aD

Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics on the following dates:
Wednesday, November 4^th from 5:00pm – 6:30pm via zoom
Wednesday, November 18^th from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM via Zoom

To attend one of the virtual Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics, you must pre-register here: http://go.aft.org/StudentDebtClinicRSVP. From the “student debt clinic” drop down menu, please select the UUP clinic that you are interested in attending – they are labeled “UUP [Virtual Student Debt Clinic] [date] [time].” In the affiliate field, type in the full name of our local (United University Professions), and it will autofill after a few keystrokes.

Registration is first-come, first-serve, and we must cap attendance for a single clinic at 125 participants to ensure that we are able to provide maximum assistance to attendees. Registration will close 48 hours prior to the virtual clinic. Webinar login information will be provided prior to the clinic to all who register.

Retirement Benefits Workshops Part 1 & 2:
The pre-retirement webinar workshops, part 1 – (Healthcare/Medicare) and part 2 – (Union Benefits: dental/vision) will take place online on

Tuesday, November 17^th at 7:00pm for part  1   RSVP
Thursday November 19^th at 7:00pm for part 2  RSVP  
You can also register online www.uupinfo.org using the calendar

Know Your Benefits:
Please join Doreen Bango, Director of Member Benefits and Services, to learn how to utilize and maximize your negotiated benefits. Also learn about our extensive Members Only voluntary programs and discounted services.
Monday, November 9^th 2026, at 12:00pm via Zoom – RSVP

 UUP Member Services Trust (MST):

Invites you to join us for an important and empowering Financial Wellness Webinar: Budgeting, Credit & Debt Management on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 12:00PM.

This free educational session-presented by Gordon Oliver, a financial expert from Cambridge Credit Counseling will provide tools to help you strengthen your financial stability, reduce financial stress, and prepare for changes impacting borrowers.

During this webinar, you’ll learn:

• Practical budgeting strategies to manage monthly expenses and plan for unexpected costs
• How credit scores work and clear steps to improve or protect your credit
• Safe, effective debt management options to regain control of finances
• Holiday Spending Tips

Your financial well-being matters! Take this opportunity to learn new strategies, get answers to important questions, and take meaningful steps toward your financial goals.

Register today! https://forms.gle/kKd4A8axsN4pDsZV8

This webinar is free for UUP members. Log-in information will be emailed to registered participants the day before the webinar.

Please contact Lisa McNeil at lmcneil@uupbenefits.org if you have any questions.

 UUP STATEWIDE OFFICE CLOSED: November 11, November 26, and November 27

UUP Members what if one policy could help protect your family, build cash value, and help cover you if you ever need long-term care — with no medical exam and guaranteed acceptance?

Join us for an educational webinar on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 12:00pm where experts from M3 Technology (M3 Technology is an independent agency offering Transamerica Financial Life Insurance Company’s products) breaks down a powerful financial planning tool that combines:

✅ Level Premium Universal Life Insurance — your rate locks in at your age when the policy initially becomes effective
✅ Cash Value Accumulation — a savings component that grows alongside your coverage
✅ Chronic Illness / Long-Term Care Protection — access your death benefit while you’re living if you need care
✅ Guaranteed Acceptance — no health questions, no medical exam required

Why this matters:
Long-term care costs are rising fast, and most people don’t realize a single policy can help protect their savings and their future care needs — all without the underwriting hurdles of traditional life or long-term care insurance.

Please register today https://forms.gle/M2AbGfJwNQRbunhF8 to attend the webinar!

UUP STATEWIDE UPCOMING EVENTS

 UUP 101 – Who is UUP?
The webinar will be held on:
Wednesday, October 14^th from 11:30am – 1:00pm
To join the discussion, please register using the link below.
https://forms.gle/R1gVWbKzxWPMnNaW9

Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics on the following dates:
Wednesday, October 14^th from 5:00pm – 6:30pm via zoom
Wednesday, October 21^st from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM via Zoom
To attend one of the virtual Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics, you must pre-register here: http://go.aft.org/StudentDebtClinicRSVP. From the “student debt clinic” drop down menu, please select the UUP clinic that you are interested in attending – they are labeled “UUP [Virtual Student Debt Clinic] [date] [time].” In the affiliate field, type in the full name of our local (United University Professions), and it will autofill after a few keystrokes.

Registration is first-come, first-serve, and we must cap attendance for a single clinic at 125 participants to ensure that we are able to provide maximum assistance to attendees. Registration will close 48 hours prior to the virtual clinic. Webinar login information will be provided prior to the clinic to all who register.

Retirement Benefits Workshops Part 1 & 2:
The pre-retirement webinar workshops, part 1 – (Healthcare/Medicare) and part 2 – (Union Benefits: dental/vision) will take place online on
Tuesday, October 27th at 12:00pm for part  1  RSVP
Thursday October 29th at 12:00pm for part 2   RSVP
You can also register online www.uupinfo.org using the calendar

Know Your Benefits:
Please join Doreen Bango, Director of Member Benefits and Services, to learn how to utilize and maximize your negotiated benefits. Also learn about our extensive Members Only voluntary programs and discounted services.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 12:00pm via zoom

UUP Members, what if one policy could help protect your family, build cash value, and help cover you if you ever need long-term care — with no medical exam and guaranteed acceptance?
Join us for an educational webinar on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 12:00pm where experts from M3 Technology (M3 Technology is an independent agency offering Transamerica Financial Life Insurance Company’s products) breaks down a powerful financial planning tool that combines:

✅ Level Premium Universal Life Insurance — your rate locks in at your age when the policy initially becomes effective
✅ Cash Value Accumulation — a savings component that grows alongside your coverage
✅ Chronic Illness / Long-Term Care Protection — access your death benefit while you’re living if you need care
✅ Guaranteed Acceptance — no health questions, no medical exam required

Why this matters:
Long-term care costs are rising fast, and most people don’t realize a single policy can help protect their savings and their future care needs — all without the underwriting hurdles of traditional life or long-term care insurance.

Please register today https://forms.gle/M2AbGfJwNQRbunhF8 to attend the webinar!

The UUP Benefit Trust Fund is pleased to announce active UUP-represented employees will have the option to choose between two dental PPO plans:

• Delta Dental PPO
• MetLife Dental PPO (new)

To help you make an informed decision, we invite you to attend an upcoming webinar where we will:

• Review both dental plan options
• Discuss key considerations for evaluating provider networks to support your plan selection
• Walk through the open enrollment process, taking place September 1 – October 31, 2026
• Answer your questions during a live Q&A session

Please register today for an Informational webinar to learn about your dental plan options: https://forms.gle/dCQfxTbcEW8Nc6CK8

UUP 101 – Who is UUP?
The webinar will be held on:  
Wednesday, August 19 from 11:30am – 1:00pm
Wednesday, September 16 from 5:00pm -6:30pm

To join the discussion, please register using the link below.
https://forms.gle/tEUUdHReuwn6QpME9

Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics on the following dates:
Monday, August 24^th  from 11:30am – 1:00pm via zoom
Wednesday, September 9^th from 5:00pm to 6:30pm via zoom

To attend one of the virtual Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics, you must pre-register here: http://go.aft.org/StudentDebtClinicRSVP. From the “student debt clinic” drop down menu, please select the UUP clinic that you are interested in attending – they are labeled “UUP [Virtual Student Debt Clinic] [date] [time].” In the affiliate field, type in the full name of our local (United University Professions), and it will autofill after a few keystrokes. 

Registration is first-come, first-serve, and we must cap attendance for a single clinic at 125 participants to ensure that we are able to provide maximum assistance to attendees. Registration will close 48 hours prior to the virtual clinic. Webinar login information will be provided prior to the clinic to all who register.

Retirement Benefits Workshops Part 1 & 2:
The pre-retirement webinar workshops, part 1 – (Healthcare/Medicare) and part 2 – (Union Benefits: dental/vision) will take place online on

Tuesday, August 18th for part 1 at 12:00pm https://forms.gle/UxZrMMHfbiwPmCX78
Thursday, August 20^th for part 2 at 12:00pm. https://forms.gle/UxZrMMHfbiwPmCX78
Tuesday, September 22^nd  at 7:00pm for part 1 https://forms.gle/4PSoAjmaQo5t7VCi8
Thursday September 24^th at 7:00pm for part 2. https://forms.gle/4PSoAjmaQo5t7VCi8
You can also register online www.uupinfo.org using the calendar

The new BJ’s application form for 2026 is on the UUP Cortland Website under member resources.

Contract Summary
If you would like to see a summary of what is in the ratified contract a main summary document, has been posted here: https://uupinfo.org/contract/.

Tier 6 Reform Information
Tier 6 reform information has been posted on our website: uuphost.org/Cortland

UUP 101 – Who is UUP?
The webinar will be held on:  

Wednesday, August 19 from 11:30am – 1:00pm
Wednesday, September 16 from 5:00pm -6:30pm

To join the discussion, please register using the link below.
https://forms.gle/tEUUdHReuwn6QpME9

Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics on the following dates:
Wednesday, August 5^th, from 5:00pm to 6:30pm via zoom
Monday, August 24^th  from 11:30am – 1:00pm via zoom
Wednesday, September 9^th from 5:00pm to 6:30pm via zoom

To attend one of the virtual Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics, you must pre-register here: http://go.aft.org/StudentDebtClinicRSVP. From the “student debt clinic” drop down menu, please select the UUP clinic that you are interested in attending – they are labeled “UUP [Virtual Student Debt Clinic] [date] [time].” In the affiliate field, type in the full name of our local (United University Professions), and it will autofill after a few keystrokes.

Registration is first-come, first-serve, and we must cap attendance for a single clinic at 125 participants to ensure that we are able to provide maximum assistance to attendees. Registration will close 48 hours prior to the virtual clinic. Webinar login information will be provided prior to the clinic to all who register.

Retirement Benefits Workshops Part 1 & 2:
The pre-retirement webinar workshops, part 1 – (Healthcare/Medicare) and part 2 – (Union Benefits: dental/vision) will take place online on

Tuesday, August 18th for part 1 at 12:00pm https://forms.gle/UxZrMMHfbiwPmCX78
Thursday, August 20^th for part 2 at 12:00pm. https://forms.gle/UxZrMMHfbiwPmCX78
Tuesday, September 22^nd  at 7:00pm for part 1 https://forms.gle/4PSoAjmaQo5t7VCi8
Thursday September 24^th at 7:00pm for part 2. https://forms.gle/4PSoAjmaQo5t7VCi8
You can also register online www.uupinfo.org using the calendar

The new BJ’s application form for 2026 is on the UUP Cortland Website under member resources.

UUP Ratification  

The UUP contract has been ratified! It passed by an overwhelming 98%. Thank you to the Negotiations Team.

 UUP 101 – Who is UUP?

The webinar will be held on:  

Wednesday, August 19 from 11:30am – 1:00pm
Wednesday, September 16 from 5:00pm -6:30pm

To join the discussion, please register using the link below.

https://forms.gle/tEUUdHReuwn6QpME9

Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics on the following dates:
Wednesday, August 5^th, from 5:00pm to 6:30pm via zoom
Monday, August 24^th  from 11:30am – 1:00pm via zoom
Wednesday, September 9^th from 5:00pm to 6:30pm via zoom

To attend one of the virtual Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics, you must pre-register here: http://go.aft.org/StudentDebtClinicRSVP. From the “student debt clinic” drop down menu, please select the UUP clinic that you are interested in attending – they are labeled “UUP [Virtual Student Debt Clinic] [date] [time].” In the affiliate field, type in the full name of our local (United University Professions), and it will autofill after a few keystrokes.

Registration is first-come, first-serve, and we must cap attendance for a single clinic at 125 participants to ensure that we are able to provide maximum assistance to attendees. Registration will close 48 hours prior to the virtual clinic. Webinar login information will be provided prior to the clinic to all who register.

Retirement Benefits Workshops Part 1 & 2:

The pre-retirement webinar workshops, part 1 – (Healthcare/Medicare) and part 2 – (Union Benefits: dental/vision) will take place online on

Tuesday, August 18th for part 1 at 12:00pm https://forms.gle/UxZrMMHfbiwPmCX78

Thursday, August 20^th for part 2 at 12:00pm. https://forms.gle/UxZrMMHfbiwPmCX78

Tuesday, September 22^nd  at 7:00pm for part 1 https://forms.gle/4PSoAjmaQo5t7VCi8

Thursday September 24^th at 7:00pm for part 2. https://forms.gle/4PSoAjmaQo5t7VCi8
You can also register online www.uupinfo.org using the calendar

 The new BJ’s application form for 2026 is on the UUP Cortland Website under member resources.

UUP Ratification Process
UUP members should receive a postcard in the mail between July 7-9, 2026, from MK elections.  On July 10, an email will be sent from MK elections as well.  They will both contain information on the ratification process and the information needed to vote.

UUP 101 – Who is UUP?
The webinar will be held on:
Wednesday, July 21 from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday, August 19 from 11:30am – 1:00pm
To join the discussion, please register using the link below.
https://forms.gle/tEUUdHReuwn6QpME9

Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics on the following dates:
Monday, July 13^th, 2026 from 5:00pm to 6:30pm via zoom
Wednesday, August 5^th, 12^th from 5:00pm to 6:30pm via zoom and Monday, August 24^th  from 11:30am – 1:00pm

To attend one of the virtual Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics, you must pre-register here: http://go.aft.org/StudentDebtClinicRSVP. From the “student debt clinic” drop down menu, please select the UUP clinic that you are interested in attending – they are labeled “UUP [Virtual Student Debt Clinic] [date] [time].” In the affiliate field, type in the full name of our local (United University Professions), and it will autofill after a few keystrokes.

Registration is first-come, first-serve, and we must cap attendance for a single clinic at 125 participants to ensure that we are able to provide maximum assistance to attendees. Registration will close 48 hours prior to the virtual clinic. Webinar login information will be provided prior to the clinic to all who register.

Retirement Benefits Workshops Part 1 & 2:
The pre-retirement webinar workshops, part 1 – (Healthcare/Medicare) and part 2 – (Union Benefits: dental/vision) will take place online on Tuesday, August 18th for part 1 at 12:00pm and Thursday, August 20^th for part 2 at 12:00pm. They will also occur on Tuesday, September 22^nd and Thursday September 24^th at 7:00pm
You can register online at https://forms.gle/yuvwu7DQKpCXtFBF6

 The new BJ’s application form for 2026 is on the UUP Cortland Website under member resources.

Contract Negotiations:

There are several Tentative Agreement Negotiations Presentation sessions available to attend virtually.  Please go to our website for the links to the different days and times.

 UUP 101 – Who is UUP?

The webinar will be held on:  

Wednesday, July 22 from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday, August 19 from 11:30am – 1:00pm

To join the discussion, please register using the link below.

https://forms.gle/tEUUdHReuwn6QpME9

Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics on the following dates:
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 from 5:00pm to 6:30pm via zoom

To attend one of the virtual Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics, you must pre-register here: http://go.aft.org/StudentDebtClinicRSVP. From the “student debt clinic” drop down menu, please select the UUP clinic that you are interested in attending – they are labeled “UUP [Virtual Student Debt Clinic] [date] [time].” In the affiliate field, type in the full name of our local (United University Professions), and it will autofill after a few keystrokes.

Registration is first-come, first-serve, and we must cap attendance for a single clinic at 125 participants to ensure that we are able to provide maximum assistance to attendees. Registration will close 48 hours prior to the virtual clinic. Webinar login information will be provided prior to the clinic to all who register.

Retirement Benefits Workshops Part 1 & 2:

The pre-retirement webinar workshops, part 1 – (healthcare/medicare) and part 2 – (Union Benefits: dental/vision) will take place online on Tuesday, June 23rd for part 1 at 12:00pm and Thursday, June 25th for part 2 at 12:00pm.
You can register online at https://forms.gle/yuvwu7DQKpCXtFBF6

 Know your Benefits:

Learn all about UUP’s extensive benefits package and other discounted services.

The webinar will be held on: Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 12:00pm

 Please use this link to register: https://forms.gle/zTE7DPhxo4w1b3HRA

The new BJ’s application form for 2026 is on the UUP Cortland Website under member resources.

 The UUP Statewide office will be closed on Friday, June 19^th in honor of Juneteenth day.

Contract Negotiations:

Log in to the UUP Members’ Only page to see our Negotiations Bulletin. We’ll post regular, detailed reports on progress at the table as well as actions members can take.  Log in yourself, but better yet, talk to your colleagues to make sure everyone has login information. If you are having trouble signing in, please call 518-640-6624.

 UUP 101 – Who is UUP?

The webinar will be held on:
Wednesday, June 10 from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Wednesday, July 22 from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

To join the discussion, please register using the link below.
https://forms.gle/tEUUdHReuwn6QpME9

Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics on the following dates:
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 from 5:00pm to 6:30pm via zoom

To attend one of the virtual Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics, you must pre-register here: http://go.aft.org/StudentDebtClinicRSVP. From the “student debt clinic” drop down menu, please select the UUP clinic that you are interested in attending – they are labeled “UUP [Virtual Student Debt Clinic] [date] [time].” In the affiliate field, type in the full name of our local (United University Professions), and it will autofill after a few keystrokes.

Registration is first-come, first-serve, and we must cap attendance for a single clinic at 125 participants to ensure that we are able to provide maximum assistance to attendees. Registration will close 48 hours prior to the virtual clinic. Webinar login information will be provided prior to the clinic to all who register.

Retirement Benefits Workshops Part 1 & 2:

The pre-retirement webinar workshops, part 1 – (healthcare/medicare) and part 2 – (Union Benefits: dental/vision) will take place online on Tuesday, June 23rd for part 1 at 12:00pm and Thursday, June 25th for part 2 at 12:00pm. You must register online at https://uupinfo.org/calendar 

The 2026-27 Enacted State Budget was passed last week nearly two months after its April 1 deadline. The spending plan totals $268 billion and contains the following highlights for SUNY:

• $49.3M in increased operating aid
• $85.7M in increased fringe benefits funding
• $53M in full-time faculty money
• $100M in operating aid for SUNY Downstate
• Capital funding reappropriations of $750M for SUNY Downstate and $450M for SUNY Upstate
• State pick-up of debt service cost for SUNY hospitals
• $13.3M in increased funding to EOP
• Tier 6 reforms that include ORP
• The expansion of the NY Opportunity Scholarship Program to include SUNY state-operated campuses that offer associate degrees in specific programs
• Rejection of the Executive Budget proposal to cease reimbursement of the Medicare Income Related Monthly Adjustment Amounts (IRMAA)