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Local Link Online - [Charles County Library Workers Ratify First Union Contract](https://www.mcgeo.org/charles-county-library-workers-ratify-first-union-contract/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Raymun Lee Special Assistant to the President rlee@mcgeo.org Cell: 202-207-5787 August 27, 2026 WALDORF, MD — Charles County library workers have overwhelmingly ratified their first-ever collective bargaining agreement, approving the new contract in a vote that concluded yesterday. The historic agreement marks a major milestone for employees of the Charles - [Local Link Online - August 25, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-august-25-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online - [Local Link Online - August 18, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-august-18-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! 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The Union Plus Scholarship Program recognizes outstanding students from union families who have demonstrated academic achievement, - [Know Your Rights: Free Immigration Webinar for TPS Holders & Asylum Applicants](https://www.mcgeo.org/know-your-rights-free-immigration-webinar-for-tps-holders-asylum-applicants/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online - [Local Link Online - July 14, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-july-14-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online MCGEO-Endorsed Candidates Deliver Strong Showing in Maryland Primary MCGEO’s endorsed candidates posted a strong performance in Maryland’s Primary Election, with approximately 85% of the union’s endorsed candidates advancing to the November General Election. These results reflect the strength of - [MONTGOMERY COUNTY EMPLOYEE RECREATION PROGRAM](https://www.mcgeo.org/montgomery-county-employee-recreation-program/) - Montgomery County is promoting the health and well being of its qualifying employees by encouraging participation in activities that can reduce stress and/or enhance fitness by offering the Total Rec Pass… free! The Total Rec Pass is valid for one year and allows access to all Montgomery County Recreation facilities including: Indoor and Outdoor Pools - [Local Link Online - July 7, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-july-7-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online - [Local Link Online - June 30, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-june-30-2026/) - Summer Heat Is Here: Know Your Rights and Protect Yourself on the Job For many of our members, summer doesn't mean taking it easy—it means working outside in the heat at our parks or inside warehouses and other facilities where temperatures can quickly become dangerous. Heat illness is preventable, but it can also become - [Local Link Online - June 16, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-june-16-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online ⚽🗳️ Don't Sit This One Out: Early Voting Is Underway The world's eyes may be on the World Cup, but Maryland voters have a big match of their own happening right now. In soccer, fans spend weeks debating lineups, - [Local Link Online - June 23, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-june-23-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online 🗳️ Election Day is Here! Today, Tuesday, June 23, is Primary Election Day in Maryland. The decisions made in today's elections will shape the future of our communities, our workplaces, our schools, and our state. If you haven't voted - [Local Link Online - June 9, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-june-9-2026/) - Early Voting Begins Thursday — Make Your Plan to Vote Early voting in Maryland begins Thursday, June 11, and runs through June 18 ahead of the June 23 Primary Election. This election will help shape decisions impacting public services, workers, libraries, public safety, transportation, housing, schools, and our communities across Maryland. MCGEO has made a - [Local Link Online - June 2, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-june-2-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! 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Local Link Online - [Local Link Online - May 12, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-may-12-2026/) - Prince George’s County Council Presses for Answers on Library Employee Compensation During the May 5 meeting of the Prince George’s County Council, several councilmembers raised concerns about the status of the outstanding collective bargaining agreement for employees at the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System and questioned county officials about funding for employee compensation in - [Local Link Online - May 19, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-may-19-2026/) - MCGEO, FOP Demand Independent Investigation Into Disability Discrimination Allegations UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO and Montgomery County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 35 recently called for an independent investigation into serious allegations of discrimination and retaliation within Montgomery County government’s Human Resources and Occupational Medical Services departments. 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Local Link Online - [Local Link Online - March 31, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-march-31-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online New HOC Building Opens in Silver Spring Members of UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO who work at the Housing Opportunities Commission of Montgomery County recently led union leaders on a tour of the agency’s newly opened headquarters in Silver Spring. - [Montgomery County Tentative Agreement](https://www.mcgeo.org/mocotafy2027/) - March 30, 2026 Dear Sisters & Brothers, I hope this message finds you and your family safe and well. After four months of intense negotiations with the County Executive’s bargaining team and eight long days of mediation, we have reached a tentative agreement on a multiyear collective bargaining agreement. Now it is time to turn - [Local Link Online - March 24, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-march-24-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online - [Local Link Online - March 18, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-march-18-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online - [Local Link Online - March 10, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-march-10-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online - [Local Link Online - March 3, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-march-3-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online - [District Heights Bargaining Survey 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/district-heights-bargaining-survey-2026/) - Begin survey > - [Local Link Online - February 24, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-february-24-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online - [Local Link Online - February 17, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-february-17-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online - [Local Link Online - February 10, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-february-10-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online - [Your Voice. Your County. Your Future — Join the MoCo Executive Labor Forum](https://www.mcgeo.org/glitch-fixed-your-voice-your-county-your-future-join-the-moco-executive-labor-forum/) - This is important. We're all in this together. Your Voice. Your County. Your Future — Join the MoCo Executive Labor Forum Hi brothers, sisters & union siblings, Sorry - there was a glitch in the question submission form that restricted who was allowed to reply. It should be fixed now, so if you'd - [Local Link Online - February 3, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-february-3-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online Show Up for Your Pension: Attend the GO Committee Hearing on February 5 HOC & Montgomery County Members Who are Part of the County Retirement System Urged to Attend On Thursday, February 5 at 9:30 a.m., the Montgomery County Council’s - [Member Meeting Announcement](https://www.mcgeo.org/member-meeting-announcement/) - Join us at our Quarterly Membership Meeting to stay informed, make your voice heard, and help shape the future of our union. We will be holding our membership meetings on March 4, 2026, at 10am or 6pm to allow maximum participation. Members should register in advance using one of the links below. Important: These meetings - [County Executive](https://www.mcgeo.org/county-executive-candidate-questionnaire/) - Candidate Endorsement Questionnaire Follow the link below to fill out our candidate questionnaire. Fill out County Executive Candidate Questionnaire> - [Local Link Online - January 27, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-january-27-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online PGCMLS Mediation Rescheduled PGCMLS mediation originally scheduled for today (Tuesday) has been rescheduled to tomorrow at the request of management. We will keep members informed as soon as the mediation concludes and more information is available. Thank You, - [Local Link Online - January 20, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-january-20-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online FY27 Bargaining Team in Montgomery County Still Hard at Work FY27 bargaining is still moving along in Montgomery County. Today’s All Bargaining Team meeting brought together Primary and Alternate members alongside the Advisory Committee to align strategy, share priorities, - [Local Link Online - January 13, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-january-13-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online MCGEO Benefit Spotlight: Free Help Becoming a U.S. Citizen UFCW Local 1994 is proud to offer the Union Citizenship Action Network (UCAN)—a powerful UFCW benefit that provides free legal assistance to help eligible members and their families apply for - [Local Link Online - January 6, 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-january-6-2026/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online 🎓 Calling All Union Families — Get Money for School! Union Plus is now accepting applications for scholarships ranging from $500 to $4,000 to help union members and their families tackle the cost of college, trade school, or graduate - [Local Link Online - December 30, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-december-30-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online Reminder: Use Your Personal Days This is your reminder to use what you’ve earned. Montgomery County members’ personal days expire on January 10. If you don’t use them, you lose them—so plan ahead and take the time off. - [Local Link Online - December 23, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-december-23-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online MCGEO Demands Accountability from Sheriff Uy UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO is taking action to hold Montgomery County Sheriff Maxwell Uy accountable for serious failures in leadership, transparency, and compliance with the law—failures that directly harm our members, undermine public - [Local Link Online - December 16, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-december-16-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online Wishing you warmth, joy, and a little breathing room this season—whatever, however, and if you celebrate. May the new year bring good health, shared victories, and the best of times. With warmest regards & solidarity, your MCGEO family - [ABC Club](https://www.mcgeo.org/abc-endorsement-committee-application/) - Join the Active Ballot Club! Many of our members participate in Local 1994's ABC (Active Ballot Club) program, the Political Action Committee (PAC) for our Union. Contributions to the ABC give our union a voice and power at the ballot box and the bargaining table. As campaigning for the midterm primary elections in June 2026 - [Local Link Online - December 9, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-december-9-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online 🎁 Thank you for supporting our 1st Annual Holiday Needs Drive🎁 Thank you to every UFCW Local 1994 member and friend who contributed to our 1st Annual Holiday Drive. Your generosity truly matters. Because of you, women and families - [Sick Leave Bank (SLB) Leave Year 2026](https://www.mcgeo.org/sick-leave-bank-slb-leave-year-2026/) - To: MCGEO MembersFrom: Office of Human Resources / MCGEO UFCW Local 1994Date: December 12, 2025Subject: Sick Leave Bank (SLB) Leave Year 2026 The SLB continues to be a great success. To date, the 2025 SLB has 5,039 members and has been able to assist hundreds of eligible members every year. The SLB has helped ease - [Local Link Online - December 2, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-december-2-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online Important — Build a Family Preparedness Plan (It’s Always Smart to Be Ready) You don't have to be an immigrant or have an immigrant family member to be prepared for the unexpected, but with everything going on in immigration - [Local Link Online - November 25, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-november-25-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online Honoring Excellence at ECC Two of our members were recognized at the Montgomery County Police Department’s Awards Ceremony on November 14 and we couldn’t be prouder. Left: Astrid Garcia Estrada, PSECS II — 911 Honor AwardAstrid was honored for - [Local Link Online - November 18, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-november-18-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online Join the Montgomery County Executive Labor Forum TONIGHT @ 6pm Montgomery County’s labor movement is hosting a County Executive Labor Forum — and your participation matters. This is our chance to hear directly from the candidates about their plans - [🎁 Help Local Families This Season — MCGEO Holiday Needs Drive Starts Nov. 17!](https://www.mcgeo.org/🎁-help-local-families-this-season-mcgeo-holiday-needs-drive-starts-nov-17/) - This is important. We're all in this together. 🎁 Help Local Families This Season — MCGEO Holiday Needs Drive Starts Nov. 17! Brothers, Sisters, and Union Family, The holidays are around the corner, and while some folks are counting down to cocoa and cookies, too many families in our community are struggling. So we’re - [Local Link Online - November 11, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-november-11-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online Union Representative/Organizers Have issues in your workplace and need some guidance ? Reach out to your union representative. Call the office at 301-977-2447 or send an email. They are there to help. Name & Email Responsible for... Nancy - [Local Link Online - November 4, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-november-4-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online HOC Arbitration Delayed as Commission Hesitates to Move Forward During Federal Shutdown The Housing Opportunities Commission (HOC) and Local 1994 MCGEO are currently facing delays in moving forward with arbitration for the members’ contract due to the ongoing federal - [Local Link Online - October 28, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-october-28-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online MCGEO Members at M-NCPPC Stand Strong as Arbitration Dates Approach Members from the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission participated in meetings over the past month to get a better understanding of the arbitration process the union is undertaking - [📚 Join Senator Cory V. McCray Tonight for an inspiring evening at Hood College!](https://www.mcgeo.org/📚-join-senator-cory-v-mccray-tonight-for-an-inspiring-evening-at-hood-college/) - This is important. We're all in this together. 📚 Join Senator Cory V. McCray Tonight for an inspiring evening at Hood College! Discover how apprenticeship programs can change lives and open doors to opportunity. In his debut book, “The Apprenticeship That Saved My Life,” Cory McCray shares his personal journey and insights on mentorship, - [Local Link Online - October 21, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-october-21-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online Montgomery County Bargaining Unit: Open Enrollment Ends Friday Montgomery County’s Open Enrollment period wraps up this Friday, October 24, 2025, at 5 PM. This is your last chance to review your benefits and make any changes for 2026. - [Local Link Online - October 15, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-october-15-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO Endorses Wanika Fisher for Prince George’s County State’s Attorney “Wanika Fisher has proven that she understands the struggles of working people and isn’t afraid to take action to address them,” said UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO - [Local Link Online - October 7, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-october-7-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Unidos en la Lucha Each year, from September 15 to October 15, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month—a time to honor the incredible contributions of Hispanic and Latino workers who strengthen our workplaces, our communities, and - [In Memory of Sister Andrea Zinder](https://www.mcgeo.org/in-memory-of-sister-andrea-zinder/) - This is important. We're all in this together. In Memory of Sister Andrea Zinder Hi sisters, brothers and friends, It is with a heavy heart that we announce the loss of our sister, Andrea Zinder, President of UFCW Local 324 and International Vice President from Region 8. A friend to many and a sister, - [Local Link Online - September 30, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-link-online-september-30-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! Local Link Online A Message from President Renne Leading a union like Local 1994 comes with its challenges, but it also comes with incredible rewards. One of the greatest perks of this job—something I never take for granted—is witnessing the deep commitment - [Local Link Online - September 9, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/test-local-link-online-september-9-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO is teaming up with Montgomery County's Alcohol Beverage Services to raise funds for the March of Dimes and their fight to protect and promote maternal and infant health. unsubscribe | visit our website | find us on facebook HOC - [Local Link Online - September 23, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/test-local-link-online-september-23-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO is teaming up with Montgomery County's Alcohol Beverage Services to raise funds for the March of Dimes and their fight to protect and promote maternal and infant health. MCGEO Welcomes Back Crossing Guards MCGEO kicked off the school year - [Local Link Online - September 16, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/test-local-link-online-september-16-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO is teaming up with Montgomery County's Alcohol Beverage Services to raise funds for the March of Dimes and their fight to protect and promote maternal and infant health. unsubscribe | visit our website | find us on facebook - [Local Link Online - September 3, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/test-local-link-online-september-3-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO is teaming up with Montgomery County's Alcohol Beverage Services to raise funds for the March of Dimes and their fight to protect and promote maternal and infant health. unsubscribe | visit our website | find us on facebook - [Local Link Online - August 26, 2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/test-local-link-online-august-26-2025/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO is teaming up with Montgomery County's Alcohol Beverage Services to raise funds for the March of Dimes and their fight to protect and promote maternal and infant health. unsubscribe | visit our website | find us on facebook - [Local Link Online - August 19, 2024](https://www.mcgeo.org/test-local-link-online-august-19-2024/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO is teaming up with Montgomery County's Alcohol Beverage Services to raise funds for the March of Dimes and their fight to protect and promote maternal and infant health. unsubscribe | visit our website | find us on facebook - [Local Link Online - September 23, 2025 - Montgomery County Members Only](https://www.mcgeo.org/test-local-link-online-september-23-2025-montgomery-county-members-only/) - Read the latest news and upcoming events for UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO! UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO is teaming up with Montgomery County's Alcohol Beverage Services to raise funds for the March of Dimes and their fight to protect and promote maternal and infant health. unsubscribe | visit our website | find us on facebook - [Telework Town Halls](https://www.mcgeo.org/telework-town-halls/) - We have scheduled upcoming Telework Town Halls for Montgomery County employees. These sessions will give members an opportunity to learn about the modifications to the recently renegotiated telework agreement and to better understand the updated application process. 📅 Town Hall Dates and Times: April 14th at 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM May 6th at 11:00 - [Montgomery County Government Employees ~ Update on Multilingual Differential Issue and Union Actions](https://www.mcgeo.org/ulp_multilingual/) - The union has received a notice sent to Montgomery County employees about the discontinuation of the multilingual differential for certain employees. Please be advised that the union has filed a grievance on behalf of all affected members regarding this matter. The County’s communication claimed that this issue is “non-grievable.” However, the union strongly believes that, under Article - [PGCMLS Bargaining](https://www.mcgeo.org/pgcmls-bargaining/) - [Housing Opportunities Commission 2024 Tentative Agreements](https://www.mcgeo.org/housing-opportunities-commission-2024-tentative-agreements/) - [HOC Ratification Meetings](https://www.mcgeo.org/hoc-ratification-meetings/) - Housing Opportunities Members will have the opportunity to vote on their recently negotiated agreement on July 29 or July 31, 2024. Voting is open to dues-paying members only. You can attend a meeting and sign up to be a member on the same day to cast your vote. 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These meetings are to answer any questions or concerns you may have, and then vote to accept or reject the agreements via a secret ballot. You will be granted - [Upcoming MCPL Programming Townhalls](https://www.mcgeo.org/upcoming-mcpl-programming-townhalls/) - We will be holding a series of townhalls on Friday, June 21 and Monday, June 24 to ensure that we get everyone's input on the MCPL programming guidelines. Please join us for one! [events_list category="MCPL"] - [MCPL Staff Survey](https://www.mcgeo.org/mcpl-staff-survey/) - [Employees Crowd Another City Council Meeting to Testify on Their Desire for Voice on the Job](https://www.mcgeo.org/laurel-city-employees-seek-collective-bargaining-rights-2/) - Laurel, MD - On March 27, 2023, employees of the Laurel City Department of Public Works packed the City Council public hearing for the second time in two months to demand the passage of a bill recognizing their collective bargaining rights. Over 90 percent of the workforce have signed union authorization cards with UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO. - [Ready to take your union membership to the next level? Become a Shop Steward!](https://www.mcgeo.org/ready-to-take-your-union-membership-to-the-next-level-become-a-shop-steward/) - Take your union member-ship to the next level. become a shop steward! apply today Ever have thoughts on learning more about our contract and helping to enforce it or simply just want to be more involved in Local 1994? If so, becoming a shop steward might be the job for you. Shop stewards are non-elected - [HHS Grievance | April 2024](https://www.mcgeo.org/hhs-grievance-april-2024/) - The Union is aware of the ongoing safety and health issues surrounding the use of implements in the workplace that are unsafe. Per the contract language, Article, 34, Safety and Health, “the County shall provide a safe and healthy work environment…” Furthermore, in Appendix II, Department of Health and Human Services, under General Issues, it - [Survey to Police Members](https://www.mcgeo.org/survey-to-police-members/) - [M-NCPPC Career Advancement](https://www.mcgeo.org/m-ncppc-career-advancement/) - M-NCPPC PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM– 2023 “Maximize Your Career Potential at the Commission ”Program Purpose To provide high-potential employees with an opportunity to learn key skills that can help them to maximize their career growth at the Commission. •Emotional Intelligence skills such as managing emotions during interactions, etc. •Financial management skills such as budgeting, etc. •Customer - [Progressive Maryland | Vote on your new agreement](https://www.mcgeo.org/progressive-maryland-vote-on-your-new-agreement/) - Vote yes or no on your new agreement: Voting ends December 7, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. [wpfd_single_file id="1767744" catid="197" name="Progressive Maryland Tentative Agreement"] - [LAUREL CITY EMPLOYEES SEEK COLLECTIVE BARGAINING RIGHTS](https://www.mcgeo.org/laurel-city-employees-seek-collective-bargaining-rights/) - Employees Crowded City Council Meeting to Testify on Their Desire for Voice on the Job Laurel, Md. – A strong majority of the city of Laurel’s Department of Public Works’ employees showed up at the February 27 city council meeting to ask the Council to support their unionization efforts. Most of the workforce have signed - [Congratulations Athena Brothers and Sisters! You are now members of UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO!](https://www.mcgeo.org/congratulations-athena-brothers-and-sisters-you-are-now-members-of-ufcw-local-1994-mcgeo/) - You voted overwhelmingly to accept Local 1994 as your voice on the job. The final vote was 55-16. The National Labor Relations Board must certify the results of the election (this step takes about 10 days) and, soon after certification, we will make our request to begin bargaining. We’re so honored to have you with - [Athena Election Certified](https://www.mcgeo.org/athena-election-certified/) - We received notification from the National Labor Relations Board that your election has been certified. We will make a request to begin official bargaining soon. - [Athena Bargaining Update](https://www.mcgeo.org/athena-bargaining-update/) - As many of you may know, we are currently engaged in contract negotiations with your employer Athena Consulting LLC. Initially when we started negotiations in February of this year we were confident that you all would have a contract by now. Nevertheless, we’re close and it’s our belief that by the end of the year - [Covid 19 Update March 20 2pm](https://www.mcgeo.org/covid-19-update-march-20-2pm/) - As the circumstances surrounding the coronavirus continue to change, we continue to push on a day-by-day basis for all of your employers to suspend non-essential public health and safety services and place all other employees either in a telework or paid leave status. In fact, beginning at 4pm today, the three Montgomery County public employee unions, Local - [Essential Employee Bargaining](https://www.mcgeo.org/essential-employee-bargaining/) - As a result of the declaration of emergency at the federal, state and local level in response to the containment of the spread of COVID-19 and the need to engage in social distancing, UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO, along with the IAFF and FOP, met with Montgomery County leaders all through the weekend to bargain on - [Questions on Governor's latest orders and your job (Covid-19 Update April 1, 2020)](https://www.mcgeo.org/questions-on-governors-latest-orders-and-your-job-covid-19-update-april-1-2020/) - On Monday evening, Governor Hogan issued a directive about sheltering-in-place. The directive has generated a number of questions among our members. We will try to answer the questions below. Why am I considered an essential employee now when I'm not considered one during a weather emergency? How your employer and your union contract classifies an - [Local 1994 Hosts Primary Voting virtual Lunch & Learn](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-1994-hosts-primary-voting-virtual-lunch-learn/) - [wpfd_single_file id="1764293" catid="137" name="MCGEO Vote By Mail Slides May.6.2020"] [wpfd_single_file id="1764295" catid="137" name="MCGEO Vote By Mail Brownbag Audio"] - [Quarterly Member Meetings](https://www.mcgeo.org/quarterly-member-meetings/) - Local 1994's quarterly member meetings are on Wed. Dec. 2. You must register to attend. To attend the 11:00 am meeting, register here: [button link="https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvd-2orjojHdZGKQn1Jt6uh3LvaC3xRTLc" type="big"] Register for 11am meeting>[/button] To attend the 6:00pm meeting, register here: [button link="https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMvdeGurzwtGNZiycH0r5K8Os11G1VAdL25" type="big"] Register for 6pm meeting >[/button] Documents associated with the meeting are below. [wpfd_category id="160"] - [Sad News](https://www.mcgeo.org/sad-news/) - Dear Sisters and Brothers, It is with profound sadness that I share the news of the passing of our long-time Recorder and Union brother Nelvin Ransome. Nelvin passed away late yesterday afternoon from complications related to COVID. Nelvin had been a part of the Local 1994 family since he started working with Ride-On as a - [Employer Reopening](https://www.mcgeo.org/employer-reopening/) - The Governor's recent announcement lifting Maryland's mask mandates and removing restrictions on indoor and outdoor venues means that Maryland is reopening. We can anticipate all of our employers are going to be resuming normal operations very soon. Once the state of emergency is lifted, many of our memoranda outlining your workplace protections and benefits under the Covid - [Athena Thursday Bargaining Update](https://www.mcgeo.org/athena-thursday-bargaining-update/) - Local 1994 and the bargaining team is currently in negotiations with Athena’s attorneys. You might receive a letter and email from Athena about “raises.” The Union and the bargaining team did not agree to the raises as we believe that you all deserve more. For that reason, the Union has filed an Unfair Labor Practice (ULP). Athena - [Vote of No Confidence - RE Wilson Bus Company](https://www.mcgeo.org/vote-of-no-confidence-re-wilson-bus-company/) - [HOC Bargaining Team Application](https://www.mcgeo.org/hoc-bargaining-team-application/) - [Statement from UFCW Local 1994 and FOP Lodge 35 on the death of Tyre Nichols](https://www.mcgeo.org/statement-from-ufcw-local-1994-and-fop-lodge-35-on-the-death-of-tyre-nichols/) - For Immediate Release January 30, 2023 Contacts: Gino Renne, grenne@mcgeo.org, 240-876-7701 Lee Holland, fop35mail@fop35.com, 301-948-4286 Statement from UFCW Local 1994 and FOP Lodge 35 on the death of Tyre Nichols The criminal actions of the Memphis police officers involved in the death of Tyre Nichols are horrifying and sickening. The actions of these officers eroded - [Montgomery County Bargaining Unit Ratification](https://www.mcgeo.org/montgomery-county-bargaining-unit-ratification/) - FY24 Tentative Agreement Meeting Schedule Informational Meetings will be held at various locations beginning, Monday, March 20, 2023, and continuing through Friday, March 24, 2023. Only members will be permitted to vote at any meeting. Monday, March 20, 2023 SS Highway Depot 8710 Brookville Rd, Bldg ASilver Spring, MD2nd Floor Training Room1:00 pm Virtual Meeting - [Montgomery County Members Overwhelmingly Ratify New Agreement](https://www.mcgeo.org/montgomery-county-members-overwhelmingly-ratify-new-agreement/) - Montgomery County members: Congratulations - you have ratified your new agreement We're excited to announce that you and your coworkers have overwhelmingly ratified your new agreement with Montgomery County. The vote was 1534 votes to accept and 12 to reject. This was a historic vote - with a great turnout and participation in the ratification. It - [Montgomery County Members Overwhelmingly Ratify New Agreement](https://www.mcgeo.org/how-to-leverage-customer-analytics-in-the-retail-industry/) - We’re excited to announce that you and your coworkers have overwhelmingly ratified your new agreement with Montgomery County. The vote was 1534 votes to accept and 12 to reject. - [LAUREL CITY EMPLOYEES SEEK COLLECTIVE BARGAINING RIGHTS](https://www.mcgeo.org/weighing-cybersecurity-risk-factors-in-life-healthcare/) - Laurel, MD - On March 27, 2023, employees of the Laurel City Department of Public Works packed the City Council public hearing for the second time in two months to demand the passage of a bill recognizing their collective bargaining rights. Over 90 percent of the workforce have signed union authorization cards with UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO. - [M-NCPPC Ratification Meetings - Locations & Times](https://www.mcgeo.org/m-ncppc-ratification-meetings-locations-times/) - Ratification meetings have been scheduled, for which you will be granted administrative leave. These meetings are to answer any questions or concerns that you may have, after which a secret ballot vote will be held to either accept or reject the agreements. Over the years, your Union has significantly increased or maintained your wages. These new enhancements underscore our commitment - [Local 1994 MCGEO 2022 Primary Endorsements](https://www.mcgeo.org/2022primeendorsements/) - Statewide Races: Governor and Lt Governor: Tom Perez and Shannon Sneed Comptroller: Brooke Lierman Attorney General: Anthony Brown Congressional: Congressional District 1: Heather Mizuer Congressional District 2: Dutch Ruppersberger Congressional District 3: John Sarbanes Congressional District 5: Steny Hoyer Congressional District 6: David Trone Congressional District 7: Kweisi Mfume Congressional District 8: Jamie Raskin Montgomery - [Volunteer to Canvass](https://www.mcgeo.org/volunteer-to-canvass-2/) - [HOC - Vote on your new agreement](https://www.mcgeo.org/hoc-vote-on-your-new-agreement/) - Dear Sisters and Brothers: We have reached a tentative agreement with HOC that includes a new policy for ongoing telework, general wage adjustments and service increments for FY21 and FY22 and more. The agreement can be found here and is tentative until it is ratified by the membership and approved by the Commission. We encourage everyone to attend - [Covid Displacement Questionnaire](https://www.mcgeo.org/covid-displacement-questionnaire/) - [ABS Members Raise Nearly $65k for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society](https://www.mcgeo.org/abs-members-raise-nearly-65k-for-leukemia-lymphoma-society/) - ABS stores raised money for the 2022 Union/ABS Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Fundraiser.The total raised by all stores = $64,605 ABS stores raised money for the 2022 Union/ABS Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Fundraiser. The total raised by all stores = $64,605 The top 3 stores were: Potomac - $7,525 John RodriguezFrank KongErick LlanosEdwar ArroyoTim AikenCynthia CarrilloMelca Santos - [UFCW LOCAL 1994 MCGEO ENDORSES DEMOCRAT ERIC OLSON IN BID FOR PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY COUNCIL DISTRICT 3](https://www.mcgeo.org/ufcw-local-1994-mcgeo-endorses-democrat-eric-olson-in-bid-for-prince-georges-county-council-district-3/) - Praises Olson’s Work as Advocate for Communities and Working Families Gaithersburg, Md. - UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO, representing a contingent of Prince George’s County residents and employees in the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission and in the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System, is endorsing Eric Olson for Prince George’s County’s District 3 County - [UFCW Charity Foundation Scholarship Program](https://www.mcgeo.org/ufcw-international-scholarship-program-2/) - A better life through your union The UFCW Charity Foundation Scholarship Program Every year the UFCW SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM offers scholarships to UFCW members or their immediate family members who want to further their education and demonstrate a commitment to their communities and to UFCW values. Since 1958, the fund has distributed more than $2 million - [Sign up for our Active Ballot Club!](https://www.mcgeo.org/sign-up-for-our-active-ballot-club/) - [ABC Endorsement Committee Application](https://www.mcgeo.org/abc-endorsement-committee-application-2/) - Sign up to be a part of Local 1994's endorsement committee. You must be an ABC PAC contributor to apply. - [New American Citizen Scholarship Fund](https://www.mcgeo.org/new-american-citizen-scholarship-fund/) - A benefit for new Americans Local 1994 and the United Latinos of the UFCW are teaming up to offer a grant up to $600 to help cover the cost of becoming a U.S. Citizen. The New American Citizenship Fund will be renewable every year pending a vote from the United Latinos Board. WHO CAN APPLY? The Award - [M-NCPPC Hardship Grant Application](https://www.mcgeo.org/m-ncppc-hardship-grant-application/) - Because of unilateral changes in policy at MNCPPC, many of our members have been placed on leave without pay (LWOP) status even as they are in the process of complying with the Commission’s vaccination requirement. We have learned that members on LWOP status will be considered in debt to the Commission for health coverage during - [Sick Leave Bank 2022 | Montgomery County Members](https://www.mcgeo.org/sick-leave-bank-2022-montgomery-county-members/) - TO: MCGEO Members FROM: Office of Human Resources MCGEO UFCW Local 1994 DATED: December 3, 2021 SUBJECT: Sick Leave Bank (SLB) Leave year 2022 The SLB continues to be a great success. To date, the 2021 SLB has 4,687 members and has been able to assist hundreds of eligible members every year. The SLB has helped - [UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING](https://www.mcgeo.org/dec1membermtg/) - December 1, 2021 [wpfd_single_file id="1766639" catid="185" name="Membership Meeting Packet 2021-1201"] - [M-NCPPC Covid 19 Letter to Members Nov. 26](https://www.mcgeo.org/m-ncppc-covid-policy/) - Good Afternoon Sisters and Brothers, As you know the Commission has taken steps to force a mandatory vaccination policy on its workforce. We all know that COVID-19 has had devastating impacts on society as a whole and that being vaccinated is the greatest protection against this pandemic. However, the Union cannot abide the way that - [M-NCPPC Unfair Labor Practice on Covid and Work Locations](https://www.mcgeo.org/mncppc_ulp_11_2021/) - MNCPPC Members - The Union is currently working diligently and tirelessly to rectify the actions taken by the Maryland National Park and Planning Commission as it relates to COVID-19 vaccinations. Your Union understands and appreciates that this has been a frustrating situation for all employees involved. The Union’s position is that the Commission acted outside - [MNCPPC Contract Ratification meetings](https://www.mcgeo.org/mncppc-contract-ratification-meetings/) - I am pleased to announce that after seven (7) months of intensive negotiations, your Union and the Commission have reached a tentative agreement. I would like to thank the following members who served on the Union’s bargaining team during these negotiations: Noel Bassett, Yacir Diaz and Kevin Smith. Ratification meeting have been scheduled, for which - [Agreement Reached at M-NCPPC](https://www.mcgeo.org/agreement-reached-at-m-ncppc/) - Local 1994 has negotiated a new tentative agreement with the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). The agreement is retroactive to July 1, 2021 and will expire in 2024. Highlights of the new agreement include: Merit Increases – bargaining unit members will receive a 3.5% Service Increment (Anniversary increase) in FY2022 that will go into - [ARE YOU READY TO BECOME A U.S. CITIZEN? NOT A U.S. CITIZEN BUT WANT TO APPLY TO BECOME ONE?](https://www.mcgeo.org/are-you-ready-to-become-a-u-s-citizen-not-a-u-s-citizen-but-want-to-apply-to-become-one/) - Contact Alejandro Miranda at 202-341-3455 or via email @ amiranda@ufcw.org or call the union office at 301-977-2447 WHO CAN APPLY? Local 1994 members in a good standing (immediate family members too*) who are permanent US residents (a green card holder) can qualify to become a US Citizen. Local 1994 Union will help you complete the N-400 application - [Montgomery County Members - Committee & Study Group Volunteers Needed](https://www.mcgeo.org/moco_vol_groups/) - If interested in serving on one of these committees, please fill out and submit the form below. Paid Parental Leave Study Group - This study group will review best practices and paid parental leave initiatives.Work-Life and Green Initiative Subcommittee - This committee will review best practices, and identify work life and green initiatives i.e., vanpool pick-up points, dynamic - [Happy Mother's Day](https://www.mcgeo.org/happy-mothers-day/) - [February 2021 Quarterly Member Meetings](https://www.mcgeo.org/february-2021-quarterly-member-meetings/) - Join Local 1994 leaders and staff this Wednesday for one of two quarterly member meetings via Zoom. Members can ask questions of leaders and staff and get an update of the latest Local 1994 goings-on. It's YOUR UNION, YOU MAKE IT WORK! Meetings are on Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 11am or 6pm. You must register to - [HOC New MOU](https://www.mcgeo.org/hoc-new-mou/) - We reached an agreement on our COVID MOU at HOC. It took much longer than we had hoped but we were determined to reach the best deal possible for our members. The new agreement maintains health and safety language; mandatory telework, admin leave, protections for high risk employees and differentials of $3.50 for front facing - [Remembering Nelvin](https://www.mcgeo.org/remembering-nelvin/) - [HOC Seeking to End Covid Differentials](https://www.mcgeo.org/hoc-seeking-to-end-covid-differentials/) - The COVID-19 Memorandum of Understanding with the Housing Opportunities Commission expired recently and we have been in bargaining with them to extend the agreement. Management has told us that they want to end the COVID pay differentials while keeping the rest of the agreement in place. We don't agree. We are filing a grievance against - [Third MOU Reached with HOC](https://www.mcgeo.org/third-mou-reached-with-hoc/) - Local 1994 members working at the Housing Opportunities Commission in Montgomery County have bargained an extension to their COVID-19 Memorandum of Understanding covering the period of October 3-October 30, 2020. This MOU also has new language covering customer service and technology. This agreement gives HOC the opportunity to see if we can get partial FEMA - [MNCPPC Health Insurance Virtual Meetings](https://www.mcgeo.org/mncppc-health-insurance-virtual-meetings/) - UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO is inviting MNCPPC members and their spouses to join us for an important meeting to discuss health benefit options for members in the coming year. We have scheduled the following four Zoom meetings for members to learn more about their health insurance options. Please join us for one of the following - [Union & Park and Planning Commission Agree to 5th Covid MOU](https://www.mcgeo.org/5thmncppc/) - Local 1994 has signed its 5th Memorandum of Understanding with the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission dealing with Covid-related issues. This temporary MOU, valid from October 4 through November 28, awards four hours of paid time off (PTO) per pay period (2 hrs per week) for members working over 20 hours per week; one - [Vote Against Question B](https://www.mcgeo.org/vote-against-question-b/) - [Local 1994 Reaches Agreement on Phased Reopening of PG Library System](https://www.mcgeo.org/covidpgcmlssept/) - Local 1994 has reached an agreement with the Prince Georges County Memorial Library System on the phased reopening of the County libraries. The agreement lays out schedules and pay differentials under the first two phases. Below is the new memo of understanding signed by MCGEO and PGCMLS, covering the conditions of employment during COVID. It - [MNCPPC Return to Work Order](https://www.mcgeo.org/mncppc-covid-back-to-work-order/) - We hope you had a great Labor Day weekend. Most of you were surprised last Sunday evening when you were suddenly told to report to work on Monday for a five day work week. That decision was made by MNCPPC Executive Director Asuntha Chiang-Smith. Over the weekend, we came to an agreement with the Commission - [Questionnaire on DOCR And EFMLA](https://www.mcgeo.org/docr-and-efmla/) - [Local 1994 Shop Stewards Making News](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-1994-shop-stewards-making-news/) - Local 1994 member Clint Sobratti's impressive list of accomplishments keeps growing with his recent installment as a member of Progressive Maryland's 2020 Leadership Institute Cohort. Clint has worked for the Montgomery County Department of Transportation’s Ride-On division for the past nine and half years. He’s a shop steward for Local 1994 and in that role, - [HOC Members Win extension of COVID-19 Agreement](https://www.mcgeo.org/hoc-members-win-extension-of-covid-19-agreement/) - Local 1994 members working at the Housing Opportunities Commission in Montgomery County have won an extension to their COVID-19 Memorandum of Understanding until October 2 (or when state of emergency is rescinded, whichever comes first). The new agreement continues to mandate telework whenever possible and protects employees who must quarantine or are high risk. Members - [MNCPPC Phase In Process](https://www.mcgeo.org/mncppc-phase-in-process/) - After negotiations we have come to an agreement with MNCPPC on the Phase-In process. The previous COVID Memorandum of Agreemet ended on June 30. This new agreement extends through August 8. You can check out the link, but here are a few of the important points: The transition to the next phase is postponed from - [ABS Testing](https://www.mcgeo.org/abs-testing/) - The County initiated a COVID-19 testing plan that is being rolled out to ABS beginning on July 9, and at 2-week intervals until further notice. These self-administered saliva tests will be available at the office, warehouse and our 26 retail stores. The test detects active COVID-19 virus and does not identify antibodies. This effort will help identify employees that - [PGCMLS Phased Reopening Plan](https://www.mcgeo.org/pgcmls-phased-reopening-plan/) - Below is the draft plan for the reopening of the library system. Please look it over before the zoom meeting on Tuesday. [wpfd_single_file id="1765192" catid="131" name="PGCMLS.Phased Reopening.DRAFT.06172020 (002)"] - [Montgomery County Rec Department Covid-19 Reopening Documents](https://www.mcgeo.org/montgomery-county-rec-department-covid-19-reopening-documents/) - [wpfd_category id="143"] - [These are unsettling times](https://www.mcgeo.org/these-are-unsettling-times/) - Sisters and Brothers, These are unsettling times. Over the last several months, we have been faced with an economy on the verge of collapse, 26% of the workforce out of work, and a global pandemic that has taken more than 107,000 souls — and to add salt to the wounds — the senseless and inhumane - [COUNTY EMPLOYEES AND COMMUNITY GROUPS PROTEST COUNTY COUNCIL’S CONTRACT REJECTION & RECENT FISCAL DECISIONS IN CAR/WALKING PARADE PAST COUNCILMEMBER REIMER’S HOME](https://www.mcgeo.org/county-employees-and-community-groups-protest-county-councils-contract-rejection-recent-fiscal-decisions-in-car-walking-parade-past-councilmember-reimers-home/) - County employees and community groups staged a car parade/walking protest past County Councilmember Hans Reimer’s Takoma Park residence on Saturday to show their displeasure with Reimer and five of his fellow councilmembers’ votes this past week on the County budget. Reimer and the councilmembers voted against funding all parts of three county unions’ revised collective - [County Council Rejects All Parts of Our CBA](https://www.mcgeo.org/county-council-rejects-all-parts-of-our-cba/) - Showing a stunning and callous disregard for the hard work and sacrifices you have made in serving Montgomery County, the County Council today voted to zero out all provisions of your next year's revised collective bargaining agreement. They even voted against increases in things such as your food allowance and other incidental expenses. In addition, - [Montgomery County Members | Back to the Table](https://www.mcgeo.org/montgomery-county-members-back-to-the-table/) - As anticipated, because of the unexpected revenue shortfall due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Montgomery County Council voted today to send us (along with FOP and IAFF) back to the bargaining table. Under Montgomery County's collective bargaining law, the Council must appoint a representative to meet with the involved parties to present the Council’s view - [M-NCPPC Agreement Reached](https://www.mcgeo.org/m-ncppc-agreement-reached/) - Good news! MCGEO declared impasse and told the Commission that we were ready for arbitration. But after lots of pressure from the members, the Commission accepted our final offer on a COVID-19 differential. The contract includes 40 hours of comp leave, 2.75 hazard pay retroactive to April 5 and through June 30th, and administrative leave - [HOC Covid 19 MOU](https://www.mcgeo.org/hoc-covid-19-mou/) - Yesterday afternoon, your union and the leadership at the Housing Opportunities Commission reached an agreement on pay and protections during the Covid-19 crisis. The agreement includes: For the period of March 21-27, 2020, HOC shall provide one hour of compensatory leave for every hour worked onsite to each bargaining unit member who were required to - [Comp Leave For MoCo Employees per Covid MOU](https://www.mcgeo.org/comp-leave-for-moco-employees-per-covid-mou/) - April 23, 2020 - Per the Covid-19 MOU with Montgomery County, employees who worked onsite the week of March 22nd – March 28th were to receive 40-hours of compensatory leave. Based on a recent email from the OHR Director, the County is still working on processing the leave, so it will not appear on the - [Remembering Michael Miller](https://www.mcgeo.org/remembering-michael-miller/) - It is with great sadness and a broken heart that I report the death of one of our members at Ride-On to COVID-19. Brother Michael Miller, an MC-DOT employee who worked out of the Silver Spring/Bethesda Depot, passed away last night from Covid-19. He had been out of work battling the virus since March 30, - [PGCMLS Covid 19 Agreement Reached](https://www.mcgeo.org/pgcmls-covid-19-agreement-reached/) - Local 1994 has reached an agreement with the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System on how to reward its onsite employees working during the Covid-19 emergency. For the period of March 29, 2020 through June 30, 2020, employees will be paid a $3.00 per hour COVID-19 differential for each hour of approved onsite* work performed. - [ Three Unions Representing Montgomery County Employees Reach COVID-19 Hazard Pay Agreement with Montgomery County Executive](https://www.mcgeo.org/mococovid193unions/) - The three unions representing County employees, the International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 1664; the Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 35; and, the United Food and Commercial Workers, Local 1994 (MCGEO), reached an agreement regarding COVID-19 hazard pay with the Montgomery County Executive. The three unions issued the following joint statement, “While this is a - [Covid 19 Update](https://www.mcgeo.org/covid-19-update/) - Your union staff is working diligently to negotiate and help promulgate safety protocols and procedures for you, our members. We are working with our respective employers – Montgomery County, M-NCPPC, HOC, PGCMLS, Cumberland City Police, ATHENA Consulting and Compass Group. We have reached agreements on preliminary security protocols with Montgomery County, M-NCPPC, and HOC. You - [Foreign Language Program Exclusively for UFCW Members Only](https://www.mcgeo.org/foreign-language-program-exclusively-for-ufcw-members-only/) - Starting March 9, UFCW members will have access to a new foreign language program that provides even more value than our previous program. The program gives UFCW members access to online classes to learn Spanish, French, Italian, Mandarin, and over 70 other different languages, including 20 different ESL courses. Much like the previous program, members - [UFCW Charity Foundation Scholarship Available Today](https://www.mcgeo.org/ufcw-charity-foundation-scholarship-available-today/) - Apply starting Feb. 10, 2020, for the UFCW Charity Foundation Scholarship. A Better Life Through Your Union Every year the UFCW SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM offers scholarships to UFCW members or their immediate family members who want to further their education and demonstrate a commitment to their communities and to UFCW values. Since 1958, the fund has - [HOC 2020 Bargaining Team Applications Now Being Accepted](https://www.mcgeo.org/hoc-bargaining-team-applications-now-being-accepted/) - Apply today to be a part of the Housing Opportunities Commission's union bargaining team. In order to serve on the team, you must be a member of Local 1994 and you must be an employee at HOC. If you would like to be considered for the team, please complete, the form below. - [Light Duty Review Committee](https://www.mcgeo.org/light-duty-review-committee/) - MCGEO and OHR are seeking a Light Duty Review Committee representative from the Department of Health and Human Services to serve on our Light Duty Review Committee. Light duty is defined as temporary work that is less vigorous and physical than the work the employee performed before the illness or injury. Light duty under this - [Montgomery County Member Benefit: The Total Rec Pass](https://www.mcgeo.org/montgomery-county-member-benefit-the-total-rec-pass/) - [et_pb_section fb_built="1" admin_label="section" _builder_version="3.22"][et_pb_row admin_label="row" _builder_version="3.25" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="3.25" custom_padding="|||" custom_padding__hover="|||"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text" _builder_version="4.0.5" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat" hover_enabled="0"]Montgomery County is promoting the health and well being of its qualifying employees by encouraging participation in activities that can reduce stress and/or enhance fitness by offering the Total Rec Pass ... free! The Total Rec Pass - [Local 1994 joins Alcohol Beverage Services and County Executive's Office in the Fight Against Blood Cancer](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-1994-joins-alcohol-beverage-services-and-county-executives-office-in-the-fight-against-blood-cancer/) - We are thrilled to announce that Alcohol Beverage Services (ABS) and UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO, in conjunction County Executive Marc Elrich, are supporting the Labor Against Cancer initiative, benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). During September and October, we are supporting LLS through a comprehensive retail campaign and will take part in the annual - [“Optics” over Principles](https://www.mcgeo.org/optics-over-principles/) - Over the years, lots of Councilmembers have said “sacrifices” we’ve made are more than we should expect to bear. That sacrifices need to be shared. That hasn’t stopped them from continuing to abuse us, while taking home a 17 percent raise themselves. With the exception of Councilmember Marc Elrich, who stood up for us at - [Memo to County Council re: UFCW Local 1994 FY20 Negotiated Collective Bargaining Agreement](https://www.mcgeo.org/memo-to-county-council-re-ufcw-local-1994-fy20-negotiated-collective-bargaining-agreement/) - M E M O R A N D U M TO: Montgomery County Council FROM: Gino Renne, President/IVP DATE: April 30, 2019 RE: UFCW Local 1994 FY20 Negotiated Collective Bargaining Agreement I would like to begin by acknowledging the hard decisions that lie ahead for the Council as we near the deadline to pass - [Deadline Extended! Scholarship Opportunity for Local 1994 Members](https://www.mcgeo.org/scholarship-opportunity-for-local-1994-member/) - THE MARTIN E. GEREL MEMORIAL UNION SCHOLARSHIP 2019 The law firm of ASHCRAFT & GEREL, LLP, has always valued their connection with the Washington, DC union movement. In recognition of this special relationship, the firm established a Union Scholarship Program more than 30 years ago. We are pleased to honor this commitment by providing a - [Statement of UFCW Local 1994 President Gino Renne on Harford County Delegate Mary Ann Lisanti](https://www.mcgeo.org/statement-of-ufcw-local-1994-president-gino-renne-on-harford-county-delegate-mary-ann-lisanti/) - Statement of UFCW Local 1994 President Gino Renne on Harford County Delegate Mary Ann Lisanti: March 4, 2019 Since the era of Dr. King, Labor has always stood as a strong advocate for civil and human rights. We cannot allow bigotry to stand and when it tries to emerge in our political arena, we must - [2019 AFL-CIO Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil and Human Rights Conference](https://www.mcgeo.org/2019-afl-cio-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-civil-and-human-rights-conference/) - The AFL-CIO’s Civil, Human and Women’s Rights Department will host the 2019 Martin Luther King Jr. Civil and Human Rights Conference, January 18–21, at the Washington Hilton Hotel, 1919 Connecticut Avenue, Washington, DC 20009. - [Child Care Scholarships](https://www.mcgeo.org/child-care-scholarships/) - Do you need help with the cost of child care? You may be eligible for financial assistance if:- You are a resident of Maryland;- You are working; attending school, participating in an approved activity, or Receiving Temporary Cash Assistance;- You are receiving or pursuing voluntary or court-ordered Child Support from an absent parent; and- You - [Three Cumberland City Police Officers Win Annual Leave](https://www.mcgeo.org/three-cumberland-city-police-officers-win-annual-leave/) - Three Cumberland City Police Officers were awarded an additional 40 hours of annual leave thanks to Local 1994's fight on their behalf. There was disagreement with the City on language in the Collective Bargaining Agreement over how leave is awarded dependent on an employee's start date. To avoid drawing out the disagreement, the city agreed - [Los miembros de M-NCPPC luchan por (y ganan) PPE](https://www.mcgeo.org/los-miembros-de-m-ncppc-luchan-por-y-ganan-ppe/) - Los miembros del parque y de la planificación han utilizado recientemente la unión para luchar por (y ganar) nuevos guantes resistentes a la punción para usar mientras trabajan en los parques. Los nuevos guantes serán útiles para hacer frente a los peligros de recoger vidrio roto y posiblemente agujas. - [M-NCPPC Members Fight (and Win) PPE](https://www.mcgeo.org/m-ncppc-members-fight-and-win-ppe/) - Members at Park and Planning recently used the union to fight for (and win) new puncture resistant gloves to use while working in the parks. The new gloves will come in handy to deal with the dangers of picking up broken glass and possibly needles. - [Sick Leave Bank 2019 - Montgomery County Bargaining Unit](https://www.mcgeo.org/sick-leave-bank-2019-montgomery-county-bargaining-unit/) - TO: MCGEO Members FROM: Office of Human Resources MCGEO UFCW Local 1994 DATED: November 13, 2018 The SLB continues to be a great success. To date, the 2018 SLB has 4,551 members and has been able to assist members who met the criteria for using SLB hours. The SLB continues to be healthy and is - [MCGEO members getting out the vote](https://www.mcgeo.org/mcgeo-members-getting-out-the-vote/) - Local 1994 members worked every weekend leading up to the election to get out the vote for their endorsed candidates. Their efforts paid off. Local 1994 Field Representative/Organizer Gabriel Acevero will be heading to the state house in 2019 as a delegate to District 39 and Marc Elrich will be taking the helm as County - [Welcome New Executive Board Member Beverly Bierman](https://www.mcgeo.org/welcome-new-executive-board-member-beverly-bierman/) - Health and Human Services Steward Bev Bierman has been appointed to the Executive Board to fill out the term of Tara Huber. Huber left her current position to take a job in the Mental Health Court which makes it difficult to continue as a Vice President. “We’re happy to welcome Bev to the Executive Board. - [Volunteer to Canvass](https://www.mcgeo.org/volunteer-to-canvass/) - The election this November is going to be significant - and the race for Montgomery County Executive promises to be close. Can you join us in persuading your Union Brothers and Sisters to get out and vote? - [Stewards and Leaders Stress Power of Montgomery County Election at Seminar](https://www.mcgeo.org/stewards-and-leaders-stress-power-of-montgomery-county-election-at-seminar/) - The upcoming Montgomery County Executive race took front and center in opening discussions at the mid August Shop Stewards' Seminar, with many of the Executive Board members speaking about its significance. "Marc Elrich won the primary thanks to our shoe leather," said Local 1994 President Gino Renne. Elrich won his primary bid by just 87 - [Canvassers Honored at Shop Stewards Seminar](https://www.mcgeo.org/canvassers-honored-at-shop-stewards-seminar/) - For the weeks leading up to the primary election, teams of Local 1994 members ventured out to knock on doors in Montgomery County to canvass for the union's endorsed candidates. At the August Stewards' Seminar, Local 1994 honored those members for their contribution to Local 1994's political program. Stewards and members who participated were: Melanie Ballard, Noel - [Stewards Training Combines Seminar-Style Learning With Discussion Panels](https://www.mcgeo.org/stewards-training-combines-seminar-style-learning-with-discussion-panels/) - Local 1994 Shop Stewards came together in mid August for training in a new format. Field Representatives and other staff created a seminar-style environment and discussion panels to make the training more interesting and engaging for stewards. Stewards went to one of two training sessions - one in Gaithersburg, one in College Park area - - [AFLAC is coming! ](https://www.mcgeo.org/aflac-is-coming/) - AFLAC will be visiting your worksites over the next couple of months. Do we owe you money? Explore benefits only available through your union membership! In addition to disability, AFLAC provides: accident (AFLAC's most popular program), hospital insurance & supplemental dental programs. Protect yourself and your family with member-specific plans that keep your bills paid! AFLAC - [Library Employees Reclass Raises Pay for Hundreds of Members](https://www.mcgeo.org/library-employees-reclass-raises-pay-for-hundreds-of-members/) - Library employees at PGCMLS won reclassifications that will raise wages for hundreds of Local 1994 members by nearly a million dollars per year. - [Union Ends Wage Compression for Mechanics](https://www.mcgeo.org/union-ends-wage-compression-for-mechanics/) - The union created a separate wage scale for mechanics that will place both incumbent members and new hires on a wage scale commensurate with the relevant experience as mechanics. The new wage scale is designed to end wage compression that was caused by hiring new mechanics at a higher salary than current mechanics. Approximately 90 - [Mechanics Re-classification at DGS Saves Jobs, Increases Pay ](https://www.mcgeo.org/mechanics-re-classification-at-dgs-saves-jobs-increases-pay/) - Mechanics in the Montgomery County Department of General Services secured reclassifications that will raise wages but also create a new promotional opportunity for mechanics. DGS had issued an order requiring all the mechanics in the Dept. to have a “Master” mechanics license, which would have cut approximately nine percent of its workforce off the rolls. - [Member Reinstated After Wrongful Termination](https://www.mcgeo.org/member-reinstated-after-wrongful-termination/) - Department of Liquor Control member Antoinette Addison won reinstatement to her position and more than a years’ worth of back pay, back leave, and other benefits for a wrongful termination for alleged theft. "Stand by and in your truth,” said Addison. “Thanks to the Union staff for diligently and correctly representing and fighting for me - [HHS Member Has Leave Restored](https://www.mcgeo.org/hhs-member-has-leave-restored/) - On April 11, 2018, HHS bargaining unit member Melissa Ferguson asked management if she would be able to receive Administrative Leave for attendance at a training to become an election worker for the County. Later on that day, Management responded in the affirmative to this request. On May 4th, 2018, Management then rescinded this decision, - [FMCS Training Ordered in Office of Eligibility and Support Services and Department of Liquor Control](https://www.mcgeo.org/fmcs-training-ordered-in-office-of-eligibility-and-support-services-and-department-of-liquor-control/) - Member Maria Estrada changed the work environment in the Office of Eligibility and Support Services. Management has been ordered to undergo sensitivity training with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS) thanks to Estrada’s complaint about inappropriate communication coming from one of her managers. Department of Liquor Control Employees also complained to the union about - [Community Service Aides Win Huge!](https://www.mcgeo.org/community-service-aides-win-huge/) - Community Service Aides in the Street Outreach Network of the Department of Health and Human Services recouped a shift differential that was owed to them. Local 1994 was able to secure a settlement with HHS that will see these employees receive a prorated amount of $728 for every year that they have worked for the - [Members at Ride-On Win Grievances](https://www.mcgeo.org/members-at-ride-on-win-grievances/) - A member at Ride-On was issued a 10 day suspension for allegedly operating his bus while wearing ear buds - FIVE MONTHS AFTER THE ALLEGED INCIDENT. The bus operator was made whole after Local 1994 filed a grievance on the member’s behalf. *** In July 2017, Bus Operator Euda Suarez was terminated for alleged violations - [M-NCPPC Member Ratify New CBA](https://www.mcgeo.org/1761817-2/) - Members of Local 1994 who are part of the Maryland-National Capitol Park and Planning Commission bargaining unit ratified their new Collective Bargaining agreement on May 1 (181 accept to 46 reject). Bargaining team members: Aaron Crawford, JJ Harris, Stevel Harrell, Noel Bassett, Patrick Hanlon and MCGEO's David Blackwell and Lead Negotiator Lisa Blackwell-Brown helped negotiate - [Candidate Endorsements for 2018](https://www.mcgeo.org/candidate-endorsements-for-2018/) - Gaithersburg, MD – UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO Executive Board has announced its endorsements for the following candidates for the 2018 primary elections. - [Local 1994 Endorses Marc Elrich for County Executive](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-1994-endorses-marc-elrich-for-county-executive/) - Gaithersburg, MD – Local 1994 Members and staff gathered after the union’s semi-annual stewards’ conference on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, to announce several endorsements of candidates for the Montgomery County Council. Members endorsed County Councilmember Marc Elrich in his bid for Montgomery County Executive. The union also endorsed Montgomery County Council At-large Candidates Brandy Brooks, Chris Wilhelm, - [[PR] February 28, 2018 | UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO announces its early endorsements for the 2018 Primary Elections](https://www.mcgeo.org/pr-february-28-2018-ufcw-local-1994-mcgeo-announces-its-early-endorsements-for-the-2018-primary-elections/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Amy Millar February 28, 2018 (240) 876-1660 UFCW LOCAL 1994 MCGEO ANNOUNCES ITS EARLY ENDORSEMENTS FOR THE 2018 PRIMARY ELECTIONS Gaithersburg, MD - UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO Executive Board has announced its early endorsements for the following candidates for the 2018 primary elections: Montgomery County District 18 - Jeff Waldstreicher (for - [Correctional Officers Lobby for Change to Hometown Heroes Law](https://www.mcgeo.org/correctional-officers-lobby-for-change-to-hometown-heroes-law/) - Correctional Officers, along with other Local 1994 representatives, recently visited the state legislature to support an amendment to the "Hometown Heroes" law that allows first responders to deduct a portion of their retirement income at age 55. The bill would give corrections officers equity with police and fire fighters in terms of how their pensions are - [Local 1994 Member Madness - Is Your Record Up-to-date?](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-1994-member-madness-is-your-record-up-to-date/) - Local 1994 staff and stewards are out in the worksites this month updating member records in a "member madness" campaign. The Union is changing membership platforms and will be uploading the new apps, connecting them to member records. The goal is to get every member to check over their member app to ensure that the - [IAFF Local 1664 and UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO Endorse Ben Kramer in Bid for State Senate](https://www.mcgeo.org/iaff-local-1664-and-ufcw-local-1994-mcgeo-endorse-democrat-delegate-ben-kramer-in-bid-for-state-senate-district-19-seat/) - IAFF Local 1664 And UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO Endorse Democrat Delegate Ben Kramer in Bid for State Senate District 19 Seat Praises his work as state delegate advocating for the health and welfare of Montgomery County’s working families The Montgomery County Career Fire Fighters Association Local 1664 (IAFF) and the United Food and Commercial Workers - [Local 1994 Joins Coalition of Labor Unions Endorsing Donna Edwards for PG Co. Executive](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-1994-joins-coalition-of-labor-unions-endorsing-donna-edwards-for-pg-co-executive/) - A coalition of four labor unions jointly announced their endorsement of former Congresswoman Donna Edwards for Prince George’s County Executive on November 30, including UFCW Local 400, UNITE HERE Local 25, LIUNA Mid-Atlantic, and UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO. Together, the organizations represent more than 10,000 workers in the county.“We are proud to once again lend - [Laurie-Anne Sayles for Gaithersburg City Council](https://www.mcgeo.org/laurie-anne-sayles-for-gaithersburg-city-council/) - Local 1994 is proud to support Laurie-Anne Sayles for Gaithersburg City Council and hope you will bring your friends, family and neighbors to the polls and vote for her on Election Day, Tuesday, November 7. Laurie-Anne will be our champion for a vibrant economy full of opportunity for upward mobility, for safe and healthy communities, - [Orkin Establishes Seventeen New International Franchises](https://www.mcgeo.org/orkin-establishes-seventeen-new-international-franchises/) - Global Inc., a global services company (NYSE: GLO), announced today that the company, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Orkin, expanded its presence in Mexico, South America, China and Southeast Asia with the addition of seventeen new franchises. The new franchises are located in Mexico, and will cover the states of Baja California, Baja California Sur and - [Local 1994 Officially Endorses Manno for Congress](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-1994-officially-endorses-manno-for-congress/) - Local 1994 has joined UFCW Local 400 and Local 27 in officially endorsing State Senator Roger Manno for Congress. Manno is running for the seat in Congressional District 6. "This fight for equality of opportunity is among America’s greatest challenges today," says Manno on his campaign website. "It begins with a good job, benefits, and a level - [AFLAC Open Enrollment](https://www.mcgeo.org/aflac-open-enrollment/) - Open Enrollment is here!!! AFLAC WILL BE ON SITE FOR THE NEXT FEW WEEKS! Please call Ryan to set up an on-site visit: (443) 497-0527 Claims: 1800-99-AFLAC AFLAC MCGEO Video - [Results are In | Elections of Officers](https://www.mcgeo.org/results-are-in-elections-of-officers/) - [et_pb_section bb_built="1"][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text _builder_version="3.0.65" background_layout="light" text_orientation="left" border_style="solid"] Last week, Local 1994 held its officers’ election for the two OPT spots (Montgomery County) that were contested on the Executive Board. We’re proud to announce that Ja Rowe, a member from the Department of Corrections, and Bob Lehman, from the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department, were re-elected to - [NOMINATIONS AND ELECTION OF LOCAL OFFICERS](https://www.mcgeo.org/nominations-and-election-of-local-officers/) - UFCW LOCAL 1994 MUNICIPAL & COUNTY GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES ORGANIZATION UPDATE FOR NOMINATIONS AND ELECTION OF LOCAL OFFICERS Nomination Meetings for the election of local officers were held on July 10th. The following candidates were uncontested and elected by acclamation: President Gino Renne Secretary-Treasurer Yvette Cuffie Recorder Nelvin Ransome Montgomery County Government *Vice President 3 Office Professional and - [Montgomery County Collective Bargaining Agreement Effective July 1](https://www.mcgeo.org/montgomery-county-collective-bargaining-agreement-effective-july-1/) - Members are reminded that the new Collective Bargaining Agreement for Montgomery County Government employees will go into effect on July 1st. The new agreement is for two years. Highlights of the agreement include: A general wage adjustment Service increments for employees not at top of grade Wage scale enhancements Increases in tool and shoe allowances - [Third Annual MCGEO Cup results in Sheriff's Department Upset Victory](https://www.mcgeo.org/third-annual-mcgeo-cup-results-in-sheriffs-department-upset-victory/) - In a stunning upset victory, Local 1994 members from the Montgomery County Sheriff's Department took home the coveted MCGEO cup at the June 17 basketball tournament. - [Members Lobby for More Staff](https://www.mcgeo.org/members-lobby-for-more-staff/) - MC311 member activists met with Montgomery County Councilmember Nancy Navarro on April 20 to advocate for additional staff to be able to deliver the services that Montgomery County citizens deserve. - [HOC Members Get New Safety Shoes](https://www.mcgeo.org/hoc-members-get-new-safety-shoes/) - [et_pb_section bb_built="1" admin_label="section"][et_pb_row admin_label="row"][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text" background_layout="light" text_orientation="left" use_border_color="off" border_color="#ffffff" border_style="solid"] HOC members picked out new safety shoes from the Shoe Van. Under the new contract, the value of the shoe vouchers was increased and eligible employees receive shoe vouchers each year. [/et_pb_text][et_pb_gallery admin_label="Gallery" gallery_ids="412975,412976,412977,412978" fullwidth="off" orientation="landscape" show_title_and_caption="off" show_pagination="on" background_layout="light" auto="off" hover_overlay_color="rgba(255,255,255,0.9)" use_border_color="off" border_color="#ffffff" - [[PR] Certified Building Services, Inc. Agrees to Pay Nearly $20,000 in Back Pay, Lost Benefits, and Union Organizing Costs](https://www.mcgeo.org/pr-certified-building-services-inc-agrees-to-pay-nearly-20000-in-back-pay-lost-benefits-and-union-organizing-costs/) - For Immediate Release | May 1, 2017 Contact: Ray Lee | 202-207-5787 (Gaithersburg, Md.) - The National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) has approved a settlement agreement between Certified Building Services, Inc., (“CBS” or the “Employer” - a janitorial services company under contract with Montgomery County, Maryland,) and UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO over CBS's violations of - [Council Unanimously Votes to Approve CBA](https://www.mcgeo.org/council-unanimously-votes-to-approve-cba/) - Congratulations! In a unanimous vote, the Montgomery County Council voted this morning to approve your new Collective Bargaining Agreement. In addition, in last week’s voting, you ratified the agreement by a 99% margin. Your solidarity has paid off. You should be proud. Together we are strong! - [GO Committee Votes to Approve Mont. Co. CBA](https://www.mcgeo.org/go-committee-votes-to-approve-mont-co-cba/) - This is what SOLIDARITY looks like. The Government Operations Committee voted to approve the Montgomery County Collective Bargaining Agreement today. You packed the room - and it definitely made a difference! Now, the vote goes to the full County Council on April 25th. We need to PACK THE HOUSE and ensure that they vote yes - [Tentative Agreement Reached on Wage Reopener for M-NCPPC](https://www.mcgeo.org/tentative-agreement-reached-on-wage-reopener/) - Congratulations! We have reached a tentative agreement on your wage reopener! The agreement calls for a 5% increase overall - 3.5% merit increase; 1.5% COLA effective in the first full pay period after August 1 and a top of grade lump sum of .05% effective on July 1. Thanks go to the bargaining team who - [UFCW International Scholarship Program](https://www.mcgeo.org/ufcw-international-scholarship-program/) - Every year the UFCW SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM offers scholarships to UFCW members or their immediate family members who want to further their education and demonstrate a commitment to their communities and to UFCW values. Since 1958, the fund has distributed more than $2 million in scholarships.* Past winners have gone on to make significant contributions to - [Local 1994 Public Safety Officers in Montgomery County Win Property Tax Credit in State Legislature](https://www.mcgeo.org/local-1994-public-safety-officers-in-montgomery-county-win-property-tax-credit-in-state-legislature/) - Public safety officers in Montgomery County will now be eligible for a property tax credit in the County up to $2,500 per year thanks to new legislation passed in the 2017 state legislative session. Del. Eric Luedtke introduced the bill and was key in adding Department of Corrections employees to the bill. "Firefighters and police - [UFCW International Scholarship: A Better Life Through Your Union](https://www.mcgeo.org/ufcw-international-scholarship-a-better-life-through-your-union/) - Every year the UFCW SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM offers scholarships to UFCW members or their immediate family members who want to further their education and demonstrate a commitment to their communities and to UFCW values. Since 1958, the fund has distributed more than $2 million in scholarships.* Past winners have gone on to make significant contributions to - [Contract Ratification Update](https://www.mcgeo.org/montgomery-county-members-contract-ratification-update/) - March 30, 2017 Dear Sisters and Brothers: We are proud to announce that we have reached a tentative agreement with the County which will yield economic growth for all members. This agreement is for a two-year term and includes: Wage increases for all members An additional longevity increment for eligible members at top of grade - [Your Union Membership Comes with Real Value](https://www.mcgeo.org/your-union-membership-comes-with-real-value/) - Get the most from your UFCW membership! In addition to your contract, we’ve also negotiated benefits for you like cheaper movie tickets & low-cost cell phone plans. Visit UFCW.org/value. You work hard – so we want to make sure you get the most out of your UFCW membership. To learn more about extra value on - [Bargaining Agreement Reached in Montgomery County](https://www.mcgeo.org/bargaining-agreement-reached-in-montgomery-county/) - We are happy to announce that we have reached a tentative agreement with Montgomery County. Highlights of the two year agreement include: A general wage adjustment Service increments for employees not at top of grade Wage scale enhancements Increases in tool and shoe allowances Use of recreation facilities and aquatic centers free of charge Increases - [Bill in State Legislature asks for Audit in Park and Planning](https://www.mcgeo.org/bill-in-state-legislature-asks-for-audit-in-park-and-planning/) - There’s exciting news for our Park & Planning members: Delegate Ben Kramer has introduced a bill that would establish an Inspector General to oversee and do an audit of the commission. All the games the Commission has played with money, any waste in the budget, would finally be exposed by an independent audit. If it - [Cumberland City Police Shop Steward Jeremy Hedrick Reads to Young Students](https://www.mcgeo.org/cumberland-city-police-shop-steward-jeremy-hedrick-reads-to-young-students/) - Recently School Resource Officer and Local 1994 Shop Steward Jeremy Hedrick and his K9 Ralf were requested to go talk to kids at the Learning Tree Nursery School. Officer Hedrick read the children a story about police officers and their K9 partners and then gave a demonstration on what Ralf does. - [HOC Ratifies New Agreement](https://www.mcgeo.org/hoc-ratifies-new-agreement/) - Local 1994 members at the Housing Opportunities Commission ratified their new agreement. [wpfd_single_file id="268775"] - [Scholarship Opportunities for Local 1994 Members and Family](https://www.mcgeo.org/scholarship-opportunities-for-local-1994-members-and-family/) - THE MARTIN E. GEREL MEMORIAL UNION SCHOLARSHIP 2017 The law firm of ASHCRAFT & GEREL, LLP, has always valued their connection with the Washington, DC union movement. In recognition of this special relationship, the firm established a Union Scholarship Program more than 30 years ago. We are pleased to honor this commitment by providing a - [We are not powerless](https://www.mcgeo.org/hello-world/) - Americans, ALL Americans – Democrats and Republicans alike – let’s not let the republic crumble. We need to pick up the pieces and fight like hell to maintain the progress we’ve made. We can’t let them dismantle Social Security. We can’t let them roll back women’s rights. We can’t let them roll back LGBT rights. - [Robertson Group Workers Vote to Join Local 1994](https://www.mcgeo.org/robertson-group-workers-vote-to-join-local-1994/) - On Thursday, September 1, 2016, an election was held for a unit of 34 warehouse workers employed by The Robertson Group, a contractor with the Montgomery County Department of Liquor Control. 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Union stewards step ## Downloads - [Charles County Library Bargaining Unit](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/charles-county-library-bargaining-unit/) - [PGCMLS 2026-2028 Ratification Documents](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/pgcmls-2026-2028-ratification-documents/) - [HOC Tentative Agreement FY 2026 Wage Reopener](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/hoc-tentative-agreement-fy-2026-wage-reopener/) - [2020 MCGEO SLB Policy Document](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/2020-mcgeo-slb-policy-document/) - [Bylaws of the United Food and Commercial Workers Local No. 1994](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/bylaws-of-the-united-food-and-commercial-workers-local-no-1994/) - [HOC Agreement](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/hoc-cba/) - Agreement Between the Housing Opportunities Commission Of Montgomery County and the Municipal And County Government Employees Organization UFCW Local 1994 July 26, 2024 - [2025 Sick Leave Bank Opt Out Form](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/2025-sick-leave-bank-opt-out-form/) - The SLB continues to be a great success. To date, the 2024 SLB has 4,735 members and has been able to assist hundreds of eligible members every year. The SLB has helped ease the financial impact of our members with serious illness or injuries. Keep in mind the SLB program requires all requests to be - [Montgomery County Revised Telework Policy](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/revised-telework-policy/) - Long-Term Vision for Telework Goal: Increase productivity, resilience, service quality, and employee well-being through expanded telework. Telework is part of a broader remote-friendly strategy including flextime and compressed schedules. Telework supports environmental goals and broadens the talent pool. - [Montgomery County Contract](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/montgomery-county-contract/) - Montgomery County Collective Bargaining Agreement July 1, 2026-June 3, 2029. - [M-NCPPC Collective Bargaining Agreement](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/mncppc-cba/) - July 1, 2024 thru June 30, 2027 Collective Bargaining Agreement Made By and Between the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission and the Municipal and County Government Employees Organization, UFCW Local 1994 July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2027 - [Telework Tentative Agreement - Housing Opportunities Commission](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/telework-tentative-agreement-housing-opportunities-commission/) - [Whistleblower Complaint Documents 2026_05](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/whistleblower-complaint-documents-2026_05/) - [Budget Proposal from Council President Gonzalez](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/budget-proposal-from-council-president-gonzalez/) - [Letter re Scott Bruton to County Leaders](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/letter-re-scott-bruton-to-county-leaders/) - [Laurel DPW](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/laurel-dpw-cba/) - [Skagit County Prosecuting Attorneys' Guild](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/skagit-county-prosecuting-attorneys-guild/) - LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SKAGIT COUNTY PROSECUTOR, SKAGIT COUNTY AND SKAGIT COUNTY PROSECUTING ATTORNEYS' GUILD JANUARY 1, 2022— DECEMBER 31, 2023 - [San Diego County Deputy District Attorney's Association](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/san-diego-county-deputy-district-attorneys-association/) - MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO AND THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEYS ASSOCIATION CHILD SUPPORT PROGRAM MANAGEMENT (AM) UNIT CHILD SUPPORT PROGRAM ATTORNEY (AS) UNIT AND DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEYS (DA) UNIT JUNE 23, 2022 – JUNE 23, 2025 - [Association of Los Angeles Deputy District Attorneys](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/association-of-los-angeles-deputy-district-attorneys/) - [The Association of Washington Assistant Attorneys General, Washington Federation of State Employees, AFSCME Council 28](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/the-association-of-washington-assistant-attorneys-general-washington-federation-of-state-employees-afscme-council-28/) - [AFGE Local 1403 (District of Columbia)](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/afge-local-1403-district-of-columbia/) - [Mason County Prosecuting Attorney](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/mason-county-prosecuting-attorney/) - [Sonoma County Prosecutors’ Association](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/sonoma-county-prosecutors-association/) - [Saginaw County Prosecuting Attorney & POAM Assistant Prosecutors](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/saginaw-county-prosecuting-attorney-poam-assistant-prosecutors/) - [Membership Application Form](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/membership-application-form/) - [RE Wilson](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/re-wilson/) - [Annapolis Bus Company](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/annapolis-bus-company/) - [HOC Telework Agreement](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/hoc-telework-agreement/) - HOC Telework AgreementDownload - [Cumberland City Police](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/cumberland-city-police/) - [PGCMLS CBA 2022-2025](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/pgcmls-cba/) - [Athena](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/athena-pro-cba/) - [Progressive Maryland Agreement](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/pm-cba/) - [Athena Temporary Employees Contract](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/athena-temp-cba/) - 11-15-2019 - [August 2025 Member Meeting Packet](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/august-2025-member-meeting-packet/) - [Telework Proposals](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/telework-proposals/) - [St. Mary's County Library Employees — Stronger Together](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/st-marys-county-library-employees-stronger-together/) - We are thrilled to announce that on March 26, 2025, the Municipal & County Government Employees Organization (MCGEO) was officially certified as the exclusive representative for Charles County Public Library employees.This victory is a testament to the strength, unity, and commitment from a growing number of library associates across the State of Maryland.This was a - [Frederick County Library Employees — Stronger Together](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/frederick-county-library-employees-stronger-together/) - We are thrilled to announce that on March 26, 2025, the Municipal & County Government Employees Organization (MCGEO) was officially certified as the exclusive representative for Charles County Public Library employees.This victory is a testament to the strength, unity, and commitment from a growing number of library associates across the State of Maryland.This was a - [Washington County Library Employees — Stronger Together](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/washington-county-library-employees-stronger-together/) - We are thrilled to announce that on March 26, 2025, the Municipal & County Government Employees Organization (MCGEO) was officially certified as the exclusive representative for Charles County Public Library employees.This victory is a testament to the strength, unity, and commitment from a growing number of library associates across the State of Maryland.This was a - [Calvert County Library Workers--Stronger Together](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/calvert-county-library-workers-stronger-together/) - We are thrilled to announce that on March 26, 2025, the Municipal & County Government Employees Organization (MCGEO) was officially certified as the exclusive representative for Charles County Public Library employees.This victory is a testament to the strength, unity, and commitment from a growing number of library associates across the State of Maryland.This was a - [Carroll County Library Workers — Stronger Together](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/library-workers-stronger-together/) - We are thrilled to announce that on March 26, 2025, the Municipal & County Government Employees Organization (MCGEO) was officially certified as the exclusive representative for Charles County Public Library employees. This victory is a testament to the strength, unity, and commitment from a growing number of library associates across the State of Maryland. - [Montgomery County Sheriff Contract Addendum](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/montgomery-county-sheriff-contract-addendum/) - Montgomery County Sheriff Contract Addendum - [MOA-Dependent-Recertification-MCGEO-IAFF-FOP-Final-Signed](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/moa-dependent-recertification-mcgeo-iaff-fop-final-signed/) - [HOC FY-23 Wage Reopener TA](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/hoc-fy-23-wage-reopener-ta/) - HOC FY-23 Wage Reopener Tentative Agreement - [M-NCPPC Wage Agreement FY-2024](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/m-ncppc-wage-agreement-fy-2024/) - [Wheaton Safety MOA](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/wheaton-safety-moa/) - [PGCMLS Wage Reopener Tentative Agreement](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/pgcmls-wage-reopener-tentative-agreement/) - [Membership Meeting Packet February](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/membership-meeting-packet-february/) - [Membership Packet for December Member Meetings](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/membership-packet-for-december-member-meetings/) - [Multilingual Differential Request to Cease and Desist (October/November 2024)](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/multilingual-differential-ulp-october-november-2024/) - The union has received a notice sent to Montgomery County employees about the discontinuation of the multilingual differential for certain employees. Please be advised that the union has filed a grievance on behalf of all affected members regarding this matter. The County’s communication claimed that this issue is “non-grievable.” However, the union strongly believes that, under Article - [Multilingual Differential ULP (October/November 2024)](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/multilingual-differential-ulp-october-november-2024-2/) - The union has received a notice sent to Montgomery County employees about the discontinuation of the multilingual differential for certain employees. Please be advised that the union has filed a grievance on behalf of all affected members regarding this matter. The County’s communication claimed that this issue is “non-grievable.” However, the union strongly believes that, under Article - [Member Meeting Packet | August 2024](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/member-meeting-packet-august-2024/) - [Library Employee Collective Bargaining Bill](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/library-employee-collective-bargaining-bill/) - SB 591/HB 609 - Education - Public Libraries - Collective Bargaining (Library Workers Empowerment Act) - [Membership Meeting Materials for 5/29/24](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/membership-meeting-materials-for-5-29-24/) - [MOSH Citation for HHS](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/mosh-citation-for-hhs/) - [HHS Grievance for MOSH](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/hhs-grievance-for-mosh/) - [Library Workers Empowerment Bill](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/library-workers-empowerment-bill/) - FOR the purpose of authorizing employees of certain public libraries to form, join, and participate in an employee organization and engage in certain other activities related to collective bargaining; requiring certain employers and certified exclusive representatives to engage in good faith bargaining; establishing a collective bargaining process for employees of certain public libraries; establishing a process for resolving impasses during collective bargaining; prohibiting employers and employee organizations from engaging in certain actions regarding the exercise of an employee’s rights under this Act; prohibiting employers, employees, and employee organizations from engaging in certain actions related to strikes, work stoppages, boycotts, and lockouts; repealing certain provisions of law rendered obsolete by certain provisions of this Act; and generally relating to collective bargaining for employees of public libraries. - [Local Link - First Quarter 2024](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/local-link-first-quarter-2024/) - [ABC Application](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/abc-application/) - [MCGEO Owners Manual](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/mcgeo-owners-manual/) - [Why Become a Member](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/why-become-a-member/) - [Active Ballot Club & Weingarten Rights](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/active-ballot-club-weingarten-rights/) - [Workers Comp Information](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/workers-comp-information/) - [Local 1994 Introduction Letter](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/local-1994-introduction-letter/) - [HOC Leadership Team Orientation](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/hoc-leadership-team-orientation/) - [Union Plus Benefits](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/union-plus-benefits/) - [Local 1994 Introduction Letter - Montgomery County Employees](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/local-1994-introduction-letter-montgomery-county-employees/) - [PGCMLS Wage Reopener FY24 Signed](https://www.mcgeo.org/download/pgcmls-wage-reopener-fy24-signed/) ## Events - 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[GO Committee Hearing Vote](https://www.mcgeo.org/event/go-committee-hearing-vote/) - [FY27 Tentative Agreement Meeting – Gaithersburg East & West](https://www.mcgeo.org/event/fy27-tentative-agreement-meeting-gaithersburg-east-west/) - 1st Floor Conference Room - [Endorsement Committee Meeting](https://www.mcgeo.org/event/endorsement-committee-meeting/) - [GO Committee Work Session on Collective Bargaining Agreements](https://www.mcgeo.org/event/go-committee-hearing/) - [FY27 Tentative Agreement Meeting – Sheriff's Office](https://www.mcgeo.org/event/fy27-tentative-agreement-meeting-sheriffs-office/) - Main Area – Closed Location - [Union Office Voting](https://www.mcgeo.org/event/union-office-voting/) - Union Office Voting - [FY27 Tentative Agreement Meeting – SS Highway Depot](https://www.mcgeo.org/event/fy27-tentative-agreement-meeting-ss-highway-depot/) - 2nd Floor Training Room - [FY27 Tentative Agreement Meeting – Edison Park Drive PSHQ](https://www.mcgeo.org/event/fy27-tentative-agreement-meeting-edison-park-drive-pshq/) - 1st Floor Conference Room - [FY27 Tentative Agreement Meeting – Sheriff's Office](https://www.mcgeo.org/event/fy27-tentative-agreement-meeting-sheriffs-office-2/) - Main Area – Closed Location - [Union Office Voting](https://www.mcgeo.org/event/union-office-voting-2/) - Union Office Voting - [FY27 Tentative Agreement Meeting – Wheaton Urban District](https://www.mcgeo.org/event/fy27-tentative-agreement-meeting-wheaton-urban-district/) - Room 2-303 - [FY27 Tentative Agreement Meeting – Emergency Communications Center](https://www.mcgeo.org/event/fy27-tentative-agreement-meeting-emergency-communications-center/) - [Union Office Voting](https://www.mcgeo.org/event/union-office-voting-3/) - Union Office Voting - [Union Office Voting](https://www.mcgeo.org/event/union-office-voting-4/) - Union Office Voting - [Ratification Voting – Nicholson Court Ride-On](https://www.mcgeo.org/event/ratification-voting-nicholson-court-ride-on/) - [Ratification Voting – Gaithersburg Ride-On](https://www.mcgeo.org/event/ratification-voting-gaithersburg-ride-on/) - 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Continue → Ratification meetings have been schedule... Continue → Because of unilateral changes in policy ... Continue → Good Afternoon - [Laurel Department of Public Works](https://www.mcgeo.org/nproject/laurel-department-of-public-works/) - John Barry Senior Representative Contact Current Laurel Department of Public Works Contract Latest News Local Link Online – May 19, 2026 May 19, 2026 MCGEO, FOP Demand Independent Investigat... Continue → Local Link Online – May 12, 2026 May 12, 2026 Prince George’s County Council Presses f... Continue → Local Link Online – Breaking News - [Charles County Public Libraries](https://www.mcgeo.org/nproject/charles-county-public-libraries/) - Charles County Public Library Union Representative John Kilker Union Representative | Organizer Contact Charles County Library Latest News Local Link Online – May 19, 2026 May 19, 2026 MCGEO, FOP Demand Independent Investigat... Continue → Local Link Online – May 12, 2026 May 12, 2026 Prince George’s County Council Presses f... Continue → Local Link - [Contracts](https://www.mcgeo.org/nproject/contracts/) - Local 1994 Representatives negotiate collective bargaining agreements with management. Your contract regulates everything related to where and how you work: your pay, promotions and awards, retirement eligibility, safety procedures and safety equipment. It must be followed by managers, supervisors, and workers. Get to Know Your Contract Over the years, your negotiating teams have won substantial - [Student Transportation Service of America](https://www.mcgeo.org/nproject/bus-drivers/) - Following COVID, school bus operators across the country were spread thin and, as first responders, they were forced to be on the front lines. They were underpaid and understaffed. In Anne Arundel County, the drivers wanted better working conditions, better pay, and benefits, and a voice on the job. Through unionizing, they were able to - [Montgomery County](https://www.mcgeo.org/nproject/montgomery-county-contract/) - Current Contracts MoCo Union Representatives Lisa Blackwell-Brown Secretary-Treasurer DOCR Field Representative Contact Thomas Coulter Union Vice President Contact Rosa Ortiz Union Representative Contact Raymun Lee Special Assistant to the President | Membership Operations Contact Stephen Miller Union Representative Contact Lisa Titus Recorder Contact Ryan Conlon Senior Representative HHS, Crisis Center, SHS, REC, ECS, School Health, - [Cumberland City Police](https://www.mcgeo.org/nproject/cumberland-city-police/) - Cumberland City Union Representative Lisa Blackwell-Brown Secretary-Treasurer Contact Current Contract Cumberland City Police 1 file(s) 2.44 MB Download Latest News Employer Reopening May 17, 2021 The Governor's recent announcement&... Continue → Sad News December 18, 2020 Dear Sisters and Brothers, It is with... 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Continue → Local Link Online – Breaking - [Progressive Maryland](https://www.mcgeo.org/nproject/progressive-maryland/) - Progressive Maryland Union Representative Raymun Lee Special Assistant to the President | Membership Operations Contact Progressive Maryland Current Contract and Documents Latest News Local Link Online – May 19, 2026 May 19, 2026 MCGEO, FOP Demand Independent Investigat... Continue → Local Link Online – May 12, 2026 May 12, 2026 Prince George’s County Council Presses - [Athena Professional Services](https://www.mcgeo.org/nproject/athena-professional-services/) - Ryan Conlon Senior Representative Contact Current Contract Latest News Athena Thursday Bargaining Update September 15, 2022 Local 1994 and the bargaining team is cu... Continue → Employer Reopening May 17, 2021 The Governor's recent announcement&... Continue → Sad News December 18, 2020 Dear Sisters and Brothers, It is with... 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