CSEA Long Island Region 1

CSEA-branded face masks are now available for order through our CSEA eStore. These lightweight, washable and reusable masks are union-made and feature a wicked finish, keeping them comfortable and breathable. https://csea-merchandise-market.com/

Here's a short clip of CSEA member and Nassau University Medical Center registered nurse Alexis Cresencia. Cresencia was recently interviewed on News 12 about the COVID-19 vaccine. You can see the full story, here: https://longisland.news12.com/its-imperative-for-me-to-have

A statement from CSEA President Mary E. Sullivan: This is a historic moment in America, with record levels of voter turnout and efforts taken to make sure ever...y voter’s voice was heard and every vote counted, despite the pandemic. CSEA is proud to have helped bring about change by electing President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice-President-Elect Kamala Harris. We look forward to working with the Biden/Harris Administration to bring our country together and strengthen the Labor Movement, building a better, stronger, more united America. See more

The CSEA Long Island Region Drive-Thru Info Day is underway. We’ll be at Nassau Community College until 1:00 p.m. come join us! There’s free food and giveaways.

A message from CSEA Long Island Region President Jerry Laricchiuta: Happy Holidays to all. I hope everybody had a safe and happy Thanksgiving. As our world continues to change for the worse in regard to this out-of-control pandemic, we as a group have already been changed forever. For one thing, we as mankind are more durable, adaptable and tougher than we might have ever assumed. That said, we might be able to clearly state we are not quite as bright as we once thought we we...Continue reading

In order for HVAC systems to run efficiently and effectively, adjustments must be made for the Winter season especially after alterations have been made to comb...at COVID-19. This webinar will help participants understand how to keep as much protection as possible without damaging your system. Tuesday, December 8, 2020 11:00 AM https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/regist/8483751866749450767 or Wednesday, December 9,2020 3:30 PM https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/regist/7466675023754539023

Tomorrow is the day!

Nassau County Local 3rd Vice President and CSEA Nassau Community College (NCC) Unit President Ana O’Gorman was recently honored by Nassau Community College for her leadership skills and strong work ethic. Read more about what inspires Ana to be the strong union leader that she is in the December issue of the Work Force.

CSEA Nassau University Medical Center Unit members participated in a ceremony in honor of hospital workers who died from COVID-19, today. CSEA Long Island Region President Jerry Laricchiuta, NUMC Unit President Lynne Kramer and A. Holly Patterson Unit President Robert Harris spoke about the tremendous sacrifices that CSEA members made through the pandemic. They assured the families of those who passed away that their loved ones would not be forgotten. CSEA Nassau Local 830 President Gurrieri also attended the event to honor our members. NUMC has plans to place a plaque at a special garden they will be growing in honor of the deceased hospital workers, in the future.

The November edition of the Work Force should be reaching your doorstep, soon. If it hasn't, take a look at the ebook version of the paper for a sneak peek.

Make sure you vote today! Polls are open until 9:00pm. Find out where to vote here: https://voterlookup.elections.ny.gov/

A message from CSEA Long Island Region President Jerry Laricchiuta: As many of you know, the upcoming presidential election isn’t the only election taking place this year. It’s almost time for CSEA members to cast their ballots for local and unit officers. CSEA elections are very important because you - the members - get to decide who will represent you at your respective workplaces. Allow me to shed a bit of light on the responsibilities of an officer and what you sho...Continue reading

Election Day is tomorrow! Make sure you vote! Find out where to vote here: https://voterlookup.elections.ny.gov/

Our members in the Town of Brookhaven are fighting back against the town's planned layoffs for 2021. Members gathered for a rally in front of Brookhaven Town Hall to show their frustration over the town's disregard for CSEA essential workers. Town officials made an attempt to silence our members' voices when they sent security outside to stop the rally. The Town of Brookhaven obviously didn't know who they were dealing with. CSEA members know their rights! Our members stoo...d firm and let the town know that they were not breaking any codes or laws by being there. What happened next? The town backed off and our members finished the rally. Town of Brookhaven White Collar Unit members will be holding another rally in front of Brookhaven Town Hall from 12 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., tomorrow afternoon. In the spirit of solidarity, come out and join them.

CSEA Long Island Region President Jerry Laricchiuta had the opportunity to speak at CSEA's 110th Annual Delegates Meeting. Here's what he had to say:

UNION CALLS ON FEDERAL GOVERNMENT FOR FUNDING TO PRESERVE PUBLIC SERVICES; SAYS ESSENTIAL WORKERS DESERVE HAZARD PAY TO RECOGNIZE THEIR SACRIFICE ALBANY CSEA,... the largest labor union representing public service workers and many private sector workers in New York, today passed a series of resolutions related to the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on New Yorkers. At CSEA’s 110th Annual Delegates Meeting, held virtually, delegates from around the state voted overwhelmingly to call on Congress to deliver unrestricted federal aid for state and local governments and school districts to stop public services from being cut. The delegates also called on the federal government to recognize the contributions and sacrifice of essential workers during the pandemic with hazard pay. We need to hold our federal government accountable for delivering aid to our state, municipalities and school districts to preserve the public services New Yorkers depend on, said CSEA President Mary E. Sullivan. They must also recognize the dedication, bravery and sacrifice of our essential workers with compensation for what they had to endure and continue to experience during this crisis. The resolution honoring essential workers recognized that tens of thousands of CSEA members worked throughout the pandemic delivering essential services, while many New Yorkers stayed home to flatten the curve. That work put these workers and their families at an increased risk for contracting COVID-19, with some paying the ultimate price. During the union’s annual meeting, CSEA recognized dozens of workers who lost their lives to COVID-19, many through work-related exposures. We owe a debt to those workers and their families that can never be repaid, and we mourn their losses deeply, Sullivan said. CSEA members have been lobbying for months pushing for federal relief funds to make sure New York’s public services do not fall casualty to the economic crisis brought on by the pandemic. #RisingToMeetTheChallenges #CSEA #ADM2020

If you want to be a part of building CSEA's strength, consider taking one of our free workshops. Our latest offerings are the Steward Workshop and the Local Government Private Sector Grievance Workshop. Register now!

Reminder! There's still time to register for the CSEA Long Island Region 1 Drive-Thru Information Day! Here's what you can expect: A chance to meet CSEA Long Island Region President Jerry Laricchiuta. ... Have a safe conversation with our union partners, receive a thank you gift bag, giveaways, raffle prizes and more! Learn about updated benefits and money saving programs that return value to you! A take home breakfast or lunch will be provided! Participants must stay in their vehicles and all attendees must wear a mask! The event will be from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We will be in Parking Lot West 5A You must call the Long Island Region office at (631) 462-0030 by November 3, 2020, to pre-register. Only members who pre-register will be eligible for raffle prizes. Support our Veterans! Please bring donations of non-perishable food items and selfcare items like hats, gloves, razors and shaving cream for local Veterans in need. Suffolk County, we’ll see you in the Spring!