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- Strong Oneonta Representation at the Spring 2026 Delegate Assembly
By Shirley A. Clark, Oneonta UUP Chapter President The Spring 2026 Delegate Assembly saw a powerful turnout from the Oneonta UUP Chapter, demonstrating our chapter’s ongoing commitment to statewide union governance and member advocacy. Representing Oneonta were: President Shirley Clark, Vice President for Professionals Jessie Simpauco, Secretary William Simons, Acting Treasurer Michael McAvoy, Officer for… Read more: Strong Oneonta Representation at the Spring 2026 Delegate Assembly - Oneonta UUP Delegation in Albany Advocate for Stronger Investment in SUNY
by Shirley A. ClarkUUP Oneonta ChapterPresident Despite the date shifting to March 17 due to winter storm Hernando, the Oneonta UUP Chapter still turned out to be a strong group of members committed to advocating for investment in SUNY. A dedicated team of SUNY Oneonta faculty and professionals traveled to Albany for Advocacy Day, joining… Read more: Oneonta UUP Delegation in Albany Advocate for Stronger Investment in SUNY - “Call Me Josh”: Congressman Riley in Conversation-Bill Simons, Secretary, UUP Oneonta
By Bill Simons, Secretary, UUP Oneonta UUP collaboration with the Indivisible movement continues in the campaign to defend an embattled American democracy. Cooperstown-Oneonta Indivisible invited UUP Oneonta representatives to participate in a small group discussion with Congressman Josh Riley (19th NYS Congressional District) on Friday, February 19, 2026, at 5:30 PM. Christ Church (Episcopal), 46… Read more: “Call Me Josh”: Congressman Riley in Conversation-Bill Simons, Secretary, UUP Oneonta - Rich Tyler: A Legacy to Emulate
by Bill Simons, Secretary On a cold winter night, Rich left us soon after helping to extricate a driver’s stranded vehicle from the snow. He died as he lived—caring, compassionate, engaged. Rich was devoted to community, good causes, and, above all, family. He was immensely proud of daughter Jess, noting that she was one of… Read more: Rich Tyler: A Legacy to Emulate - UUP Stalwart Armand La Potin: “I Am Not Afraid”
by Bill Simons, Secretary, UUP Oneonta Armand played a big role in my migration from union member to UUP activist. It was during the first year of the Cuomo administration — that of Mario not Andrew — and the year was 1983. Raising the specter of $1.8 billion NYS deficit — big money in those… Read more: UUP Stalwart Armand La Potin: “I Am Not Afraid”