Colleagues, Hello. I hope this message finds you well. The recently signed CARES Act (Coronavirus Aide, Relief, and Economic Security Act) enacts some changes to our Health Care Spending Account. Specifically, Over-the-counter drugs and medicines can be paid for or reimbursed without a doctor’s prescription. Menstrual care products are now considered a qualified medical expense and are eligible for payment or reimbursement. […]
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Note that later last night it was announced that the Federal government has extended federal social distancing guidelines until April 30. Colleagues, So much has been occurring in the past couple weeks and there are times when I fear that those of us at the statewide level and at many chapters simply can’t keep up […]
Please see the following message from UUP Statewide President, Fred Kowal: Dear Colleagues, First and foremost, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to you and your families during these trying times. The UUP leadership and I commend our health care workers, and all those who are dedicating their time and effort to […]
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Chapter Operating Update
Dear Colleagues, The Buffalo Center UUP Suite 108 office will be closed until further notice. While our “physical” office remains closed, our “virtual” office remains open. Please continue to contact the office phone (276-3377) and e-mail (buffalocenter@uupmail.org) if you have any questions/concerns. Currently, Kristen is able to monitor and forward any communications made to the Buffalo Center […]
Please see the following message from Statewide UUP President, Fred Kowal: Dear Colleagues, Working with UUP chapter leaders, Labor Relations Specialists and our members, we have been closely monitoring the rapidly evolving situation of the COVID-19 pandemic. In over 40 years of working together, we have never experienced something quite like this. The effects of widespread […]
Dear Colleagues, Please see the following message from UUP Statewide President, Fred Kowal. Remember that a lot of information can be found on the UUP website – https://uupinfo.org/ , it is being updated constantly. In Solidarity, Ken KernChapter PresidentUUP Buffalo Center ————————— Colleagues, The following was sent to all staff at System Administration and was then sent […]
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UUP – Telecommuting Policy
Colleagues, UUP has reached an historic agreement with the State of New York to allow employees to telecommute from alternate work locations. The agreement is a two-month state-wide pilot which allows UUP-represented employees to telecommute if operationally feasible. The agreement provides that, where it is operationally feasible, telecommuting requests should be granted to the greatest […]
Colleagues, The impact of the COVID-19 on our university operations is a fluid situation. As a result, your Buffalo Center UUP would like to announce the following: Pathways to Permanent Appointment Workshop scheduled for next week Wednesday 3/18, has been CANCELLED. The next two Financial Wellness Workshop Series scheduled for Friday 3/20 (Halfway There-TIAA), and […]
Members are encouraged to check the following UB link for regular updates on the coronavirus: https://www.buffalo.edu/coronavirus/dashboard.html
Please see the following message from Statewide UUP President, Fred Kowal regarding the Coronavirus: Dear Colleagues: In our efforts to address all aspects of the coronavirus’ impacts on our members, their professional lives, and health and safety, we have been working closely with the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations and SUNY. We have also been […]