MINUTES FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR, 2003-2004
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: J Nettleton, B. Welker, N. Tyson, M Doherty, S. Wohlmuth, S. Dorn, R. Russell, H. Hechiche, J. Noonan, S. Permuth, A. Shapiro
S. Dorn chaired meeting. No printed agenda. The following agenda adopted:
B. Welker distributed a list of bargaining team members for UFF and USF and reported on pre-bargaining meeting.
S. Permuth moved that “the USF UFF Chapter President in consultation with the chief negotiator develop a letter directed at non tenure earning and non tenured employees dealing with stance of union as it exists today in negotiation process” Motion passed.
S. Dorn reported on presentations at USF orientations. J. Nettleton stressed that growth in membership is necessary to continue to justify membership drive.
S. Permuth temporarily chaired the meeting. S. Dorn moved that the chapter budget previously approved be amended to change the “salary and benefits” heading to “ clerical support” Motion passed.
G. McColm reported that the next issue of newsletter being reviewed, future Bi-weeklies would be in a single window with links. Discussed switching to a service that allows for simplified distribution of e-docs.
S. Permuth discussed new university document on intercampus operations.
J. Nettleton discussed efforts to establish a council of USF unions.
Preparations for upcoming UFF Senate meeting.
Adjournment
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: J Nettleton, B. Welker, M Doherty, S. Wohlmuth, S. Dorn, R. Russell, H. Hechiche, J. Noonan, K. McCook, L. Kay, M. Klisch, J. Cebulski, M. Kaplan, R. Weatherford
No printed agenda. The following agenda adopted:
R. Weatherford reported on pre-bargaining meeting. Discussion of parking issues and Provost’s Search. Parking will be added to the bargaining survey.
There will be a meeting for stewards next Friday early morning. There is a page for stewards at w3.usf.edu/~uff/reps/ Chapter trying to set up session with two benefits experts.
G. McColm asked for input on the Bi-Weekly format. He has re-requested information on laid off USF employees.
M. Klisch is consulting on three grievances.
Discussion of upcoming UFF Senate meeting and issues, including retiree membership.
Discussion of FEA, political funding, US Senate race.
Good of Order
J. Nettleton reported on upcoming FSU election, and on efforts to meet with other USF unions.
Adjournment
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: J. Nettleton, B. Welker, N. Tyson, M Doherty, S. Wohlmuth, S. Dorn, R. Russell, J. Noonan, S. Permuth, A. Shapiro, G. McColm, K. White, B. Barnett, C. Jevitt, F. Zerla, S. Greenbaum, K. McCook, P. Bauer
Mark Klisch chaired meeting. No printed agenda. The following agenda adopted:
Proxies needed for UFF Senate Meeting.
Distribution of handout from Human Resources on insurance. Discussion about forums for publicizing issue. Next Bi-Weekly can include actions taken by UFF Senate.
K. McCook moved that the chapter representatives bring health insurance issue to floor of UFF Senate. Motion passed.
It was proposed to do a special edition of the Bi-Weekly. S. Greenbaum will provide some bulleted text on health insurance.
J. Nettleton reported on stewards’ breakfast. Stewards should bring a friend to next breakfast. They set a goal of meeting with one non-member a week.
R. Weatherford and S. Dorn met with representatives of GAU and AFSCME.
S. Dorn moved that the chapter collaborate with GAU and AFSCME to study the budget of USF and come up with concrete ways to improve the university. Motion passed.
A joint meeting of members of all the unions was proposed to discuss health care and salary issues.
B. Welker reported that he had sent UFF’s proposal on the first contract article to
USF and received their proposal in return.
It was suggested that the Chapter President issue periodic statements on bargaining.
No Treasurer’s of Report, or new grievances to report. The Survey is form is finished, and completed forms should be returned to UFF at MHH223.
.
Adjournment
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: B. Welker, N. Tyson, M Doherty, S. Wohlmuth, S. Dorn, R. Russell, H. Hechiche, K. White, S. Greenbaum, J. Noonan, L. Kay, B. Barnett, M. Kaplan, F. Ottanelli, R. Wetherford, M. Klisch,
No printed agenda. The following agenda adopted:
The University will arrange an informational meeting on the budget. Asks UFF for a list of attendees.
Discussion of UFF’s options on unfair labor practice, and on tacit cease fire with university.
The next newsletter will be out in November.
B. Welker reported on first bargaining session. Discussion about how negotiations impact
Discussion about creating sick leave pool
for union members. S. Greenbaum distributed her one page summary of
changes in insurance premiums. Report on resolution on health care adopted at
UFF Senate. There will be another breakfast for stewards on Friday October 10,
Adjournment
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: B. Welker, M Doherty, S. Wohlmuth, S. Dorn, R. Russell, H. Hechiche, K. White, L. Kay, R. Weatherford, J Nettleton, K. McCook, G. McColm
The following printed agenda was adopted:
1. Agenda Adoption
2. Reports
3. Bargaining
3a. Relationship with other unions
4. Other Business
5. Good of the Order
The Treasurer reported 3000.69 in current balance. Fall rebate not in yet. Reported on expenses since June 1.
G. McColm reported that the Bi-Weekly is out, and another edition of newsletter will be out next month. He asked for additional ideas.
S. Dorn reported on the membership breakfast last Friday. There was a discussion of possible town hall meeting for non-tenured faculty.
B. Welker reported that there would be a bargaining session with the USF team next Friday to discuss the second proposal on grievances. The UFF Bargaining team was to meet today. There was agreement that the chapter should provide any clerical support needed by the UFF Chief Bargainer.
R. Russell reported that the Bargaining Survey is in the mail.
S. Dorn reported on meeting with AFSCME and GAU representatives. Concerns discussed were the university budget, parking, and payroll system changes. Should students be asked to get involved? J. Nettleton noted that Equity Week is last week of this month.
The University’s “Donation of Sick Leave” documents were distributed. R. Russell will draft a model letter for donations.
K. White reported on
There will be an FEA organizing
conference in
Adjournment
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: M Doherty, B. Welker, S. Greenbaum, M. Klisch, R. Russell, S. Wohlmuth, K. McCook, J. Noonan, H. Hechiche, K. White, W. Stavig, F. Ottanelli, N. Kwon, I. Silverman, S. Permuth, G. McColm, A. Shapiro, J. Cebulski, M. Kaplan, R. Weatherford.
Agenda amended to include area code 352 and an update on sick leave donation. Agenda adopted.
Although the Treasurer could not attend, R. Weatherford reported that there is a balance of 2039.36, chapter awaiting fall rebate check. R. Russell will be working extra hours tabulating the 200+ bargaining survey responses.
M. Klisch reported no new grievances. G. McColm reported that the Bi-Weekly is out. He needs input for next issue of newsletter. There were 10-15 responses to the special Bi-Weekly, sentiment of these responses was to toughen attitude to university.
R. Russell and later S. Greenbaum reported on membership activities. S. Greenbaum offered to step aside as co-membership chair if someone else in chapter could devote more time to it. Chapter President will consider it.
B. Welker reported on Bargaining Session last Friday. They will be receiving a second proposal from USF on Article 20 next Monday.
A query was received from AAUP regarding existence of a peer review for faculty dismissals. Referred to USF General Counsel.
Discussion of USF rules updates and need for tracking mechanism. K. McCook volunteered to review the rules updates. R. Weatherford and S. Greenbaum will raise the issue with Faculty Senate.
Consensus to file chapter grievance on termination of phased retirement, as well as any individual grievances. Chapter will also file a grievance on issue of requests for transcripts and diplomas.
There was a discussion of the fact that USF affiliates must pay toll charges to reach USF Internet access from area code 352, and about informational picketing. No motions.
R. Russell is working on leave donation letter. I. Silverman reported on the compulsory leave without pay process, advised Bargaining Committee to review it. Under Other Business there was a query as to release of names of Provost candidates. Chapter will meet on Nov. 14 and Dec 12. No meeting on Nov. 28 or Dec. 26th.
Adjournment
Submitted
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: N. Tyson, M Doherty, S. Greenbaum, B. Welker, S. Wohlmuth, R. Weatherford, F. Ottanelli, R. Russell, A. Shapiro, M. Klisch, L. Cunningham, J. Noonan, N. Anderson
Printed agenda amended to include 2.5 Faculty Senate report on relations with other USF campuses. Agenda adopted.
B. Welker reported on bargaining, on presentations of articles by UFF.
G. McColm and F. Ottanelli reported on work of Faculty Senate committee investigating governance issues on three USF campuses. Issues of “perceived intimidation and threats” now out in open. Regional administrators making FOI requests for Committee records.
Discussion of strategy for Board of Trustees Meeting on Thursday. There will be a press release.
Discussion about chapter policy on releasing UFF material on Al-Arian to researchers. No motions.
M. Klisch reported on chapter grievance on phased retirement.
General discussion on treasury, membership, response to Bargaining Survey, departure of J. Nettleton and future staff support for membership campaign. . K. McCook moved that the chapter give former organizer J. Nettleton a “$100 gift certificate in recognition of her efforts and a letter of recommendation” Motion passed unanimously. S. Greenbaum will draft letter. L. Cunningham will be helping chapter on selected projects.
There was a consensus that reporters may be invited to meet UFF members at chapter meetings, but should leave with start of business portion of meeting.
R. Russell reported on donation of leave issue, no motions.
Adjournment
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary,
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: N. Tyson, M Doherty, S. Greenbaum, B. Welker, S. Wohlmuth, K. White, G. McColm, J. Martin, B. Ingalls, S. Dorn, R. Russell, R. Weatherford
No printed agenda. This agenda was adopted:
I. Bargaining
II. Summer School
III. Safe and Free Resolution
IV E-Mail
V Other Unions
VI Internal (UFF) political races
B. Welker reported on bargaining. R. Weatherford stated that chapter owes debt of gratitude to Bob Welker for his work on bargaining.
K. McCook distributed copies of the Tampa Safe and Free Resolution before the Tampa City Council. She moved that the chapter endorse the Tampa Safe and Free Resolution and support it publicly. Motion passed unanimously.
S. Dorn reported on meeting with representatives of other campus unions. Discussion about working on a joint statement on resolving issues between graduate assistants and faculty. Chapter endorses sending flowers to another USF union chapter president on death of family member.
G. McColm announced newsletter issue out, next will be January- February. Solicits ideas. Next substantial Bi-Weekly will be in first week January. Next semester room for chapter membership meetings shifts to EDU 317.
S. Dorn reported that the chapter has approximately $7600 in assets.
There was a report on CAS summer school policy. Concern that policy might discriminate against older, more highly paid faculty. No motions.
Discussion on what to do with Bargaining Survey results. No one should officially present findings before chapter discusses them.
G. McColm and R. Russell discussed shortcomings of using university payroll deductions as our membership list. This lead to a discussion of bi-monthly vs monthly payroll. The chapter’s e-mail listing is also not satisfactory. Possibility of using an FEA list-serve.
There will be a UFF Council of Presidents Meeting in January. Query about chapter endorsing a presidential candidate.
K. White moved that the chapter release the Bargaining Survey data to the Bargaining Team, the Chapter President, and chapter staff. Motion passed unanimously.
Under Good of the Order, N. Tyson reported on a representative of university visiting departments to discuss sexual harassment and on policy that faculty have to report information given to them by students on sexual harassment. Discussion of UFF response.
Adjournment
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary,
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: N. Tyson, M Doherty, S. Greenbaum, B. Welker, F. Zerla. M. Klisch, R. Russell, S. Wohlmuth, K. White, A. Shapiro, S. Permuth, G. McColm, J. Martin, L. Kay, S. Dorn
M. Klisch chaired the meeting. No printed agenda. This agenda was adopted:
IV. Committee Reports
V. Relationship with Faculty Senate
VI. Inter-Campus relations
It was noted that the chapter has had expenses to retrieve data on its hard drive and for gift of appreciation to J. Nettleton.
N. Tyson suggested that UFF retirees (currently organizing) consider working on membership project.
M. Klisch reported on bargaining progress. There are no new grievances to report. There was a discussion on shared governance issues.
G. McColm reported Bi-Weekly out. Former Chapter President Mitch Silverman’s passing was noted, and queries made as to an appropriate way of honoring him.
S. Permuth discussed developments relating to Inter-Campus governance, and a draft document “Overview of Regional Campus Organizational and Operational Status” was distributed. Further discussion of how Faculty Senate and UFF maintain good relationship, possibility raised of each writing the other into their documents.
Art Shapiro moved that the President of the UFF chapter contact the President of the Faculty Senate about collaboration. Motion passed.
S. Dorn reported $5487.40 in treasury, with $3390 in expenses since November 14.
R. Russell reported on GAU contract negotiations.
Under New Business,
discussion of faculty salary document passed to Faculty Senate by Provost
Khator comparing USF salaries to
B. Welker discussed bargaining.
Adjournment
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary,
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: N. Tyson, M Doherty, B. Welker, M. Klisch, R. Russell, S. Wohlmuth, K. McCook, J. Noonan, C. Jevitt, H. Hechiche, K. White, R. Weatherford, F. Ottanelli, A. Shapiro, S. Permuth, G. McColm, J. Martin, L. Kay, M. Kaplan, S. Dorn
No printed agenda. This agenda was adopted:
VII. Bargaining
VIII. State Accountability for state university system
IX. Part time employee definition
X. Faculty Senate Committee on Policy
XI. Instructor Promotion
XII. FEA endorsement of Betty Castor
XIII. Good of the Order
B. Welker reported that USF and UFF have tentatively agreed on several contract articles. There was a spontaneous round of applause in recognition of Bob Welker’s efforts.
Discussion of definition of “part time” employment and “continuous service” and the methods used to calculate the 2% raise funded by Legislature. R. Weatherford will communicate with university administration on this issue.
S. Dorn initiated a discussion of state’s proposed accountability measures including comparing research productivity to number of ranked faculty. It could be an incentive for universities to hire more unranked faculty who are capable of producing research. Considering how much graduates earn could also make departments where graduates are not highly paid candidates for elimination.
M. Kaplan reported on proposal made to CAS to establish a promotion ladder for instructors. Proposal will be shared with UFF bargaining team.
R. Weatherford discussed the FEA endorsement of Betty Castor in the Democratic Primary.
S. Permuth discussed the charge and appointment process for new Faculty Senate Committee on Policy.
It was announced that the Bargaining Survey results on pay periods have been released.
Under Good of the Order, the local press profiled both Fraser Ottanelli and Roy Weatherford recently. Brief discussion of an Oracle article quoting Dean Heide on the provost search. Questions on pay schedule issue.
Adjournment
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary,
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In attendance: K. White, S. Dorn, S. Permuth, J. Noonan, R. Russell, A. Shapiro, B. Welker, G. McColm, M. Doherty
S. Dorn chaired meeting.
This agenda adopted:
Adoption of Agenda
Bargaining
Reports: Treasurer, Grievances, Newsletter, Membership, Retired Faculty Organizing
Other Business
Good of the Order
B. Welker reported on bargaining. There will be a bargaining session next Friday.
Meeting between Faculty Senate leadership and UFF has not taken place. Discussion of process of writing shared governance documents.
Treasurer reported no expenditures in last two weeks, no updates.
G. McColm reported newsletter going out. S. Dorn and R. Russell reported on a problem with dues deduction.
Last week NEA dropped the higher education organizing effort as too costly.
Good of the Order: Discussions on Provost search,
Faculty Senate Committee on nonrenewal of
Adjournment
Minutes submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary,
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: S. Greenbaum, B. Welker, S. Wohlmuth, M. Klisch, L. Kay, R. Weatherford, G. McColm, K. McCook, F. Zerla, R. Russell, J. Noonan, M. Kaplan, J. Martin
This agenda adopted:
Adoption of Agenda
Bargaining
Board of Trustees Telephone Calls
Letter on 2% raises
Reports: Treasurer, Grievances, Newsletter, Membership, Retired Faculty Organizing
Faculty Senate Relations
Other Business
a. Kerry endorsements
b. New Executive Director
Good of the Order
B. Welker reported on bargaining. Bargaining
Discussion of divisions between USF Faculty Senators and United Faculty of Florida. M. Klisch move d that USF-UFF Chapter Council offers to meet with steering committee of Faculty Senate. Passed unanimously.
R. Weatherford reported on contact with BOT members after his presentation at BOT meeting and on letter he sent to USF administration concerning 2% raises. Letter could be made public to faculty.
AFT endorsed Kerry. NEA “disendorsed” Lieberman and Bush, but did not endorse Kerry.
S. Dorn reported $3,160 treasury balance. Should get refund check from UFF in early March. B. Welker moved that chapter make a $50 contribution to two organizations in honor of Dr. Mitch Silverman, former Chapter President. Passed unanimously.
UFF has new Executive Director, Mr. Weinberger.
No grievances. R. Weatherford will ask NEA’s Andy Ford for organizing money to get membership project up and running.
F. Zerla sent out notice to USF faculty retirees, already positive responses. Question as to whether retirees will be affiliated with or part of UFF. Fred can begin organizing either way. S. Dorn moved that the Chapter pay for retiree meal at first meeting and in return requests e-mail report on meeting. Passed unanimously
Positive articles in local press about members Fraser Ottanelli and Susan Greenbaum discussed at meeting, Fraser’s article distributed.
Adjournment
Based on notes take by J. Martin, minutes submitted by M.
Doherty, Secretary,
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: N. Tyson, M Doherty, S. Greenbaum, B. Welker, F. Zerla, R. Russell, S. Wohlmuth, K. White, A. Shapiro, S. Permuth, G. McColm, L. Kay, S. Dorn, K. McCook, J. Noonan
S. Dorn chaired meeting. Agenda amended to place elections/nominations first. Agenda adopted.
N. Tyson volunteered to chair election committee, Keith White will also serve. Discussion on deadline for ballots. R. Russell will write cover letter. G. McColm will introduce resolution at next meeting on establishing a calendar for significant events and elections.
Brody Witt of Florida Consumer Action Network described the group’s activities. N. Tyson moved that the chapter cosponsor FCAN’s upcoming town hall meetings. Passed unanimously.
S. Dorn had no expenditures to report.
B. Welker reported on bargaining. Discussion on timeframe for contract ratification and whether an announcement on a possible summer vote should go in newsletter. Further discussion of salary issues and contract.
S. Dorn and S. Greenbaum reported no new members; chapter has not been getting member drop lists.
Adjournment
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In attendance: R. Russell, A. Shapiro, B. Welker, G. McColm, M. Doherty, L. Kay, S. Wohlmth, J.Martin, N. Tyson, F Ottanelli, H. Hechiche
M. Doherty chaired meeting.
This agenda adopted:
Adoption of Agenda
Announcement from
Chapter Elections
Faculty Senate Relations
Reports: Bargaining, Treasurer, Grievances, Newsletter, Membership, Retired Faculty
Resolution on election calendar/G. McColm
Other Business
Good of the Order
R. Weatherford is at NEA, serving on committee.
Forty ballots in so far, all nominees can be present for
counting on Friday 3.26 at
Report on meeting between Faculty Senate Executive Committee and Union Members on 3/17. Issues included salary distribution (UFF responsibility) and Strange Report on Lakeland Campus.
B. Welker reported on bargaining and articles on which there are tentative agreements.
The UFF rebate has arrived. The Bi-Weekly sent out today. Discussion about making use of article concerning reasons faculty leave USF. Consensus not to use article.
Two membership drops in two weeks;
G. McColm proposed: “Resolved that the chapter shall maintain a yearlong CALENDAR whose maintenance shall be the joint responsibility of the President and the secretary [which means TWO people shall oversee the office help’s management of it.] This calendar shall set the schedule for important anticipated events, such as chapter elections.“ Passed unanimously.
G. McColm moved that “ Resolved, in the first chapter meeting in February, the Chapter shall select an Election Committee, consisting of a chair and two other embers, none of whom may run in that election for an executive position in that election. This committee shall issue before the next Chapter Meeting [i.e., in the biweekly] a Call for Nominations, announcing the methods and timeline for the election, which shall be consistent with the requirements issued by the state office of the UFF.“ Passed Unanimously.
Good of the Order: N. Tyson moved that UFF install a peephole in MHH 223 either through USF physical plant or by doing it and paying for it ourselves if Physical Plant does not act expeditiously. Passed unanimously.
Adjournment
Based on notes taken
by R. Russell, minutes submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary,
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary,
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: N. Tyson, M Doherty, B. Welker, S. Wohlmuth, J. Martin, R. Weatherford, G. McColm, K. McCook, J. Noonan
No agenda
S. Dorn reported a balance of $7638 in chapter treasury, have received rebate check from state UFF. During a discussion of membership it was decided to ask the chapter president to forward a complaint to Trudy Frecker about members erroneously being dropped from payroll deduction.
Other Business: Two issues relating to the College of Arts and Sciences: Revision of their Tenure and Promotion guidelines (does UFF have any position on this?) and impossibility for CAS faculty to send messages to entire university via CAS Broadcast. Is this a governance issue?
G. McColm raised issue of Instructors and department chairs serving on Faculty Senate, led to discussion of non-research tenure track.
B. Welker reported on bargaining progress at USF and at other state universities.
N. Tyson (Chair of Election Committee) reported UFF election results:
President: Roy Weatherford
Vice President: Mark Klisch
Treasurer:
Secretary: Margaret Doherty
Senators: S. Dorn, L. Kay, M. Klisch, G. McColm, J. Martin, S. Permuth, A. Shapiro, T. Taylor, N. Tyson, H. Vanden, R. Welker, K. White
G. McColm moved that chapter thank election committee. Mark Klisch asked approval of chapter to send sympathy card in chapter’s name to a member after death of partner.
Adjournment
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary,
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: M Doherty, B. Welker, S. Wohlmuth, S. Permuth, J. Martin, M. Klisch, L. Kay, R. Weatherford, G. McColm, J.Cebulski, K. McCook, R. Russell, K. White
No Printed Agenda. This agenda adopted:
Summer Meetings
UFF Senate
Health Benefits
Bargaining
Reports
The chapter will skip August meetings, meet during rest of summer.
UFF Senate meetings begin tomorrow, health benefits may be discussed. Should chapter adopt a policy on health care for Senate meeting? G. McColm moved that the USF UFF chapter place the issue on Senate agenda and request as much information as possible.”
Motion passed.
B.Welker reported on bargaining. Sentiment expressed that this chapter well ahead due to Herculean efforts of Bob and bargaining team. Question has arisen as to who will pay for printing of contract.
Discussions concerning using results of a faculty satisfaction/dissatisfaction, evaluation of university administrators, strategy for Board of Trustees Meeting.
No grievances. G. McColm reported newsletter is in mail. S. Dorn proposed joint publication (newsletter) with other campus unions.
Old Business: K. McCook reported that the Tampa City Council passed the Tampa Safe and Free resolution. There was a query about whether USF employees can speak Spanish in workplace.
J. Cebulski raised issue of representation of some of campus nurses-discussion of process of filing cards to get union representation.
Good of the Order: S. Dorn reported on AFSCME developments.
Adjournment
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary,
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: N. Tyson, A. Shapiro, S. Greenbaum, M Doherty, B. Welker, S. Wohlmuth, S. Permuth, J. Martin, M. Klisch, L. Kay, R. Weatherford, G. McColm, K. McCook, K. White
No Printed Agenda. This agenda adopted:
Board of Trustees Report
Other
Bargaining
AFSCME
English Department
S. Dorn reported on PERC hearing involving AFSCME. He brought and moved a resolution supporting staff collective bargaining. It passed unanimously as amended:
“Draft Resolution of the USF Chapter of the United Faculty for Florida regarding the Certification Election of USPS employees at USF, May 28, 2004
Article I, Section 6 of the Florida Constitution guarantees that public employees have the right to collective bargaining, and Chapter 447 of Florida Statutes establishes procedures for certification of public-employee unions, including a certification election when an employer does not voluntarily recognize a union that has demonstrated evidence of support through pledge cards.
The USF Chapter of the United Faculty of Florida celebrates the rights of all public employees including USPS staff at USF, and it encourages all USPS employees in the relevant bargaining unit to vote in the upcoming USPS Certification election. On principle, employees in a bargaining unit should use their rights to vote in certification elections when they are called.
The USF Chapter of the united Faculty of Florida also encourages faculty to demonstrate support of the collective bargaining voting rights of staff members by wearing green ribbons the week before the certification election. The USF Chapter will purchase ribbons and pins and make them available to members and to their employees in the bargaining unit. If you want to help distribute ribbons in your building, please e-mail Sherman Dorn at dorn@mail.usf.edu. “
Discussion on English Department.
B. Welker reported on bargaining. Discussion on media strategy.
The Chapter needs to hire an employee to replace Rebecca Russell.
Discussion of events on other state university campuses.
Adjournment
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary,
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
No Printed Agenda. This agenda adopted:
Bargaining
English Department
Communications
Bargaining Team is meeting today. They will ask USF for explanation of last week’s proposal.
Discussion of situation in English Department and whether it is grievable, what role chapter should play?
Communications: Discussion of how to publicize chapter’s response to USF’s salary proposal.
There was a motion to provide a farewell gift for Rebecca Russell, the most efficient employee in chapter’s history. Motion passed unanimously. Chapter needs another employee to handle mail, telephone, membership rosters, drops, and other duties as assigned.
Adjournment
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary,
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: M Doherty, B. Welker, S. Wohlmuth, A. Shapiro, M. Klisch, R. Weatherford, B.Frank, N. Tyson, J. Noonan, K. White
No Printed Agenda. This agenda adopted:
Bargaining
Health Care
English Department
Outside Employment
Reports
Good of the Order
Preliminary business, discussion of peephole for UFF office and replacing Antranik’s as provider of sandwiches for chapter meeting.
B. Welker discussed USF proposal received on 5-28, negotiations conducted on 6-11. He has requested information from USF. Discussion of bargaining strategy.
Discussion of President Genshaft’s statement on health care and whether to publicize the fact that there was no choice involved, USF had to follow this health care policy.
No resolution on how or where to respond.
After a discussion of problems in English Department and USF’s outside employment policies consensus is to publish a special Biweekly and forward it to the press.
S. Dorn reported that the summer rebate is in; UFF treasury stands at more than $3000.
The Biweekly just went out. N.Tyson reported that Dr. al-Arian has been moved to the Orient Jail for the next month. S. Dorn passed around results of bargaining survey but they have yet to be analyzed.
Adjournment
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary,
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: M Doherty, B. Welker, S. Wohlmuth, G. McColm, L. Kay, S. Dorn, M. Klisch, B. Frank, K. McCook, J. Martin, J.Cebulski
M. Klisch chaired meeting. Agenda:
Bargaining Status/Role of Media
Friday Classes
www.laboursart.org (Lila Kay)
Food
Book Giveaway
Good of the Order
B. Welker reported little progress due to absences among University’s bargainers. Discussion about disrespect for academic processes. Discussion about role of media in bargaining process, and UFF’s options. Discussion of salary proposals. Consensus to publish some bargaining updates in Biweekly. S. Dorn will take on Biweekly during G. McColm’s absence.
Friday/Saturday classes-S. Dorn has already sent one proposal to Oracle.
Motion: That R. Weatherford writes letter to President Genshaft saying this is a working condition and should be bargained. Motion passed.
Discussion of situation in English Department.
M. Klisch urged members to look at labourstart.org, ad G. McColm reviewed policy on linkage to UFF website. Will be discussed at future meeting.
Chapter will try out Old World Cheese Shop sandwiches.
J. Cebulski discussed situation of registered nurses at Student Health Services. They want to be considered for membership in bargaining unit. S.Dorn discussed ongoing meeting with other campus unions.
Adjournment
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary,
UFF USF Chapter Meeting
In Attendance: N. Tyson, M Doherty, B. Welker, S. Wohlmuth, A. Shapiro, S. Permuth, B. Frank, J. Martin, F. Ottanelli, M. Kaplan, M. Klisch, H. Hechiche, L. Kay, S. Dorn, R. Weatherford
Printed Agenda:
Adoption of Agenda
Bargaining
Letter on Friday classes
Political Endorsements
Reports
August Meetings Cancelled
Other Business
Good of the Order
Agenda adopted.
R. Weatherford reported he wrote letter to appropriate USF administrator in response to Friday class issue. Board of Governors met yesterday, tabled this issue for a month.
UFF PAC will make support decisions within next few weeks. Usually they don’t participate in Federal or local elections.
S. Dorn reported $3100 in chapter treasury even without rebate deposit.
M.Klisch and S. Dorn discussed
possible assignment dispute form for Friday assignments,
S. Dorn issuing Bi-Weekly. Discussion about whether to publicize summer meeting dates. Nothing to report on membership.
B. Welker reported on bargaining, discussion of UFF counterproposal.
Faculty Senate may become involved in Friday class issue.
S. Dorn proposed having a substantial faculty attendance at August 19 Board of Trustees Meeting.
Further discussion about how to respond to bargaining developments over next month. Steve Permuth proposed that the chapter meet on August 20th. Motion passed.
S. Dorn moved that the chapter give
Adjournment
Submitted by M. Doherty, Secretary,