After meeting with the Agency, we have agreed to a pilot fitness program.
The Union is taking the initiative to bring in their own certified personal trainer with which employees can then organize with to customize a training schedule. RMA is sponsoring them for contractor badges so that the training can take place as convenient to [...]
Thank you to everyone that responded to the survey. We received responses from more than 70% of bargaining unit. There are two big facts I want to clear up to some that have voiced concerns:
1. This initiative is to add services and will not affect the current use policy for the gym. The gym will [...]
We are looking to survey KC-RMA employees on their interest in an agency sponsored fitness program. We request that any and all employees fill this quick survey out (only 6 simple questions).
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If you have any questions or comments, please email Chief Steward David Zanoni
As everyone already knows, KC RMA is re-organizing the floor layout in Beacon. Almost all employees are being affected in some way and it is (and will likely continue to be) quite an inconvenience. NFFE 858 has been in the heart of these discussions with management on how to best to deal with the problems [...]
From Bill Dougan, National Secretary-Treasurer
It is with great sadness and regret that I confirm the passing of NFFEs beloved national president, Richard N. Brown, who was found unresponsive in his apartment in Arlington, VA yesterday afternoon. To all who knew him, Rick was a strong leader, a dedicated trade unionist, and a friend.
Changes within the Union are ongoing with the latest being a major change in the way employees, management, and the Union will interact. David Zanoni has been appointed the Chief Steward of NFFE Local 858. There will be a short transition time with the responsibilities shifting from the outgoing Chief Steward Kathy Tiefel to David. [...]
A union filed grievance on awarding holiday pay hours equal to normal time scheduled was filed, argued, and briefed over that last few months. We have been notified by the arbitrator to expect his decision Thursday or Friday in the mail. We will keep up updated on the latest news.
