The CCPOA, Calofornia Correctional Peace Officers Association is one of the toughest unions out there representing correctional officers. A model we can all be proud of! This is the latest from their site:
Today CCPOA is launching our First Watch Frontline News video reports so that we can get first hand information on important events out to you faster. We hope to post a new report a least once a month, or more often as important events happen that effect you...WATCH on CCPOA.TV
These videos show why correctional officers, "Walk the toughest beat!"
THIS IS AN OFFICIAL NEWS SITE FOR CURRENT AND RETIRED CORRECTIONS OFFICERS! This blog will keep up on current events affecting Detention Deputies and Corrections Officers. SINCE 2006!
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Friday, September 25, 2009
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Hennepin County Jail Swine Flu
Hennepin County makes move to reduce jail population for H1N1, then back-tracks.
Sheriff's spokeswoman Lisa Kiava said the court order resulted from a "general miscommunication" between Sheriff Rich Stanek's office and the courts. She was unable to say how or by whom it was miscommunicated to Wernick.
Minneapolis City Attorney Susan Segal said when she heard about the order, she contacted Wernick and told him it wasn't necessary now. The city handles many of the lower-level crimes. Segal said she understood Stanek's office requested the order "in good faith," but she opposes it -- for now. (Star Tribune)
Sheriff's spokeswoman Lisa Kiava said the court order resulted from a "general miscommunication" between Sheriff Rich Stanek's office and the courts. She was unable to say how or by whom it was miscommunicated to Wernick.
Minneapolis City Attorney Susan Segal said when she heard about the order, she contacted Wernick and told him it wasn't necessary now. The city handles many of the lower-level crimes. Segal said she understood Stanek's office requested the order "in good faith," but she opposes it -- for now. (Star Tribune)
I'm glad Minneapolis City Attorney Susan Segal is so knowledgable of Swine Flu and the jail's plan. Is she aware that there's a Special Order that we must stay home for seven days if we get flu like syptoms? How well will that work in a full jail?
Monday, September 21, 2009
Friday, September 18, 2009
Teamsters Local 320 Meeting
Teamsters Local 320 Meeting
September 25th, 2009
1200- 1300 and 1500-1600 hours
Teamsters Building
3001 University Ave. S.E.
Suite 5000
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Agenda:
Upcoming Contract
The 28 Day Schedule
Excessive Discipline
NO FAIR SHARE!
If you are unsure of your status call 612/378-8700 and inquire
September 25th, 2009
1200- 1300 and 1500-1600 hours
Teamsters Building
3001 University Ave. S.E.
Suite 5000
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Agenda:
Upcoming Contract
The 28 Day Schedule
Excessive Discipline
NO FAIR SHARE!
If you are unsure of your status call 612/378-8700 and inquire
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Arbitrator Picked
The arbitrator has been picked for the excessive discipline from a DWI. Just waitng for the date to be set now.
Sunday, September 06, 2009
Happy Labor Day
The first Labor Day in the United States was celebrated on September 5, 1882 in New York City.[1] In the aftermath of the deaths of a number of workers at the hands of the US military and US Marshals during the 1894 Pullman Strike, President Grover Cleveland put reconciliation with Labor as a top political priority. Fearing further conflict, legislation making Labor Day a national holiday was rushed through Congress unanimously and signed into law a mere six days after the end of the strike.[2] Cleveland was also concerned that aligning a US labor holiday with existing international May Day celebrations would stir up negative emotions linked to the Haymarket Affair.[3] All 50 U.S. states have made Labor Day a state holiday.
Happy Labor Day Teamsters, we have a proud history!
Join the Union
There are still a few Fair Share detention deputies out there. I will be putting the following letter and applications in their mail boxes this week:
Join the Union!
You’re getting this letter because you are listed as “Fair Share” not a member of Teamsters Local 320.
Why join the union?
1. The Contract. You get to vote on the contract. This upcoming contract will be very important because we will finally be able to craft some language that reflects the 28 day schedule.
2. Teamsters Legal Defense Fund. ALL full members are covered by the Teamsters Legal Defense Fund. This means if an inmate and/or the employer accuses you of a criminal or civil matter your legal expenses, lawyer fees and all are covered. Fair Share are on their own. Would you drive a car without insurance?
3. Solidarity. Fair Share tells the employer you don’t care and weakens our bargaining position. Strength is in numbers.
4. Elect Stewards. Every 2 years all stewards are up for election. Members elect their stewards.
What has the Union done for me?
1. Paid Holidays. Teamsters Local 320 got us paid holidays. Pre-Teamsters Holidays were worked at straight time.
2. 55 Retirement. Teamsters Local 320 got us the 55 Correctional Retirement. Prior to that we would have worked until 67.
3. Blood Borne Pathogens Bill. Teamsters Local 320 passed the Blood Borne Pathogens Bill. This means if you are exposed to an inmates blood and body fluids they can be forced to give a blood sample to test for disease.
The Union also represents you in Internal Affairs and defends you if you are disciplined. We file grievances on your behalf and advocate for you. Strength is in numbers and unity.
JOIN THE UNION!
Join the Union!
You’re getting this letter because you are listed as “Fair Share” not a member of Teamsters Local 320.
Why join the union?
1. The Contract. You get to vote on the contract. This upcoming contract will be very important because we will finally be able to craft some language that reflects the 28 day schedule.
2. Teamsters Legal Defense Fund. ALL full members are covered by the Teamsters Legal Defense Fund. This means if an inmate and/or the employer accuses you of a criminal or civil matter your legal expenses, lawyer fees and all are covered. Fair Share are on their own. Would you drive a car without insurance?
3. Solidarity. Fair Share tells the employer you don’t care and weakens our bargaining position. Strength is in numbers.
4. Elect Stewards. Every 2 years all stewards are up for election. Members elect their stewards.
What has the Union done for me?
1. Paid Holidays. Teamsters Local 320 got us paid holidays. Pre-Teamsters Holidays were worked at straight time.
2. 55 Retirement. Teamsters Local 320 got us the 55 Correctional Retirement. Prior to that we would have worked until 67.
3. Blood Borne Pathogens Bill. Teamsters Local 320 passed the Blood Borne Pathogens Bill. This means if you are exposed to an inmates blood and body fluids they can be forced to give a blood sample to test for disease.
The Union also represents you in Internal Affairs and defends you if you are disciplined. We file grievances on your behalf and advocate for you. Strength is in numbers and unity.
JOIN THE UNION!
Tuesday, September 01, 2009
What's Up
The arbitrators are in the process of being picked for the excessive discipline from a DWI. The County is dragging it's feet but it's getting there.
Sheets will be going out to all members to write down what you want us to negotiate in the upcoming contract.
Self nomination sheets will be posted this week for 2 more stewards.
Regarding our former steward that that Sheriff Stanek is attempting to fire, Teamsters has paid for a lawyer to represent his Garrity Rights violated by Sheriff Stanek. Our member has chosen the Veteran's preference route and I'm confident he'll be back at work. He has the full backing of Teamsters local 320, as do all of us. Many more details will be on our egroup documenting the BS from this administration.
Sheets will be going out to all members to write down what you want us to negotiate in the upcoming contract.
Self nomination sheets will be posted this week for 2 more stewards.
Regarding our former steward that that Sheriff Stanek is attempting to fire, Teamsters has paid for a lawyer to represent his Garrity Rights violated by Sheriff Stanek. Our member has chosen the Veteran's preference route and I'm confident he'll be back at work. He has the full backing of Teamsters local 320, as do all of us. Many more details will be on our egroup documenting the BS from this administration.