NYS PEF
@nyspef
PEF is a labor union representing 60,000 professional, scientific and technical workers in New York State. We are a national affiliate of AFT & SEIU. President Wayne Spence has led the union since 2015.
🚧 Big win for DOT members! Thanks to this tentative agreement, members who work hard to keep New York's roads and highways safe will see their SAD Pay increase from $750 to $1000. That's real recognition for the dedicated workers who put their safety on the line every day to keep New Yorkers moving.
Region 3 is back at it! 📬🔥 They've already sent in another round of ballot photos, and the momentum just keeps growing. Way to show up, Region 3! Who's next? We'd love to see the rest of our regions keep the ballot selfies coming! 🗳️ Please DM on Facebook or email your selfie to comms@pef.org
Region 10 Coordinator Tamara Martin and her co-worker collected ballots together yesterday in NYC at the Attorney General's Office and brought them to the post office. Thank you for helping your union siblings get their votes in on time!!
🚨 Air Quality Alert: Smoke from Canadian wildfires is impacting air quality across New York State, creating added health risks for those working outdoors—especially during the current heat wave. Know how to protect yourself and stay informed. www.pef.org/articles/new...
Our Region 12 Contract Meeting tonight at the Long Island office was hybrid, with a few members in person and about 20 joining us via Zoom. Thanks to everyone who asked questions about the proposed Contract as they get ready to vote!
That's a wrap from PEF Region 9! One more day of Contract Meetings to go -- Region 12 members on Long Island, sign up for a meeting on Monday, July 13 @ www.pef.org/contract/contract-meetings
The day's first Region 9 Contract Meeting is wrapping up at the PEF Office in Poughkeepsie! Thanks to everyone for coming out to ask questions and get information about the Contract Vote! Ballots are on their way in the mail.
Thanks to the members from multiple agencies who showed up tonight at the Harlem State Office Building to hear about the proposed PS&T Contract. Bright yellow ballots were mailed 7/8 from NYC and should arrive at your home address soon. All Contract-related docs @ www.pef.org/contract.
It’s standing room only at the DOCCS office in midtown Manhattan, as PEF Division 236 members hear from the Contract Team about the proposed 2026-2031 PS&T Contract. Meetings continue tomorrow in Regions 6, 10 and 11. Sign up for one at www.pef.org/contract/con...
Going on now! We're meeting with members at Roswell Park in Buffalo to answer Q's, discuss the tentative agreement, & provide the information needed to make an informed vote. Later this evening we'll wrap up the day with another session at the PEF Regional Office beginning at 6:30pm.
Last week, PEF leadership and staff met with CSEA colleagues, facility management, and OMH Central Office to advocate for employees at Greater Binghamton Health Center.
Greetings from Buffalo! 👋 Our Contract Ratification Tour continues today in Region 1 and over 50 members came out to OMH BPC this morning to talk about the contract and ask questions.
Matthew Brockbank from R8 says the contract is worth a "Yes" vote & reminds members that the fight isn't over when the contract is voted on. The compensation study results will help fuel the fight for higher pay across NYS. Check out the contract meeting schedule: www.pef.org/contract/con...
New Scholarship Alert 🚨 Region 1 this one is for you and your families! For details, please visit: www.pef.org/about/schola...
PEF Region 3 Coordinator Leisa Abraham recently took part in a Labor Roundtable with other union leaders and the United Way to talk about the affordability crisis and how to best advocate for workers from Rochester to the Finger Lakes.
Region 2 Coordinator Shelby Wisneski spent the week answering member questions about the proposed 2026-2031 Contract and shares why she’ll be voting yes to ratify.
PEF members who work on the Harriman State Campus in Albany stopped by during their lunch hour today to hear about the proposed PS&T contract and ask questions that will help them vote. Ballots will be mailed July 8 and must be returned by July 30. pef.org/contract
PEF member Shana Koch works as a teacher at Elmira Correctional Facility. She attended a Contract Meeting in Region 2 and came away with answers to some questions she had -- sign up for a meeting yourself so you can be an informed voter! www.pef.org/contract
The Contract Ratification Tour keeps rolling! Another successful day of meetings in Regions 4 and 8, with more opportunities to connect today in Regions 2 and 8. Visit pef.org/contract-meetings to RSVP and get the latest tour information.
We sat down with Contract Admin Marci Chadwick to talk about what Sick Leave Credit is and how to calculate it. Here is what she had to say!
🚨CONTRACT MEETINGS THIS WEEK - PLEASE RSVP 🚨 We are hosting contract meetings this week in Regions 2, 4, 5 and 8. Please join us at one of the meetings in your area if possible! Register here: www.pef.org/contract/con...
PEF Region 3 members enjoyed cheering on the Rochester Red Wings last Thursday night. Region 3 Coordinator Leisa Abraham reports she met many new people and was grateful to catch up with old friends — including former Region 3 Coordinator John Prince.
PEF President Wayne Spence led a delegation of union leaders, members, and staff attending the Freedom Fund Gala organized by the New York Branch of the NAACP on this evening of Juneteenth.
Today, PEF celebrates African-American Freedom Day, also known as Juneteenth. A day that signifies the importance of self-determination, citizenship, and democracy. A day that has magnified the hopes and dreams of so many Americans.
Visit the PEF Contract page to review the Tentative Agreement and sign up for an informational meeting near you. Meetings are scheduled starting next week in Regions 2, 4, 5 and 8! www.pef.org/contract
Members of PEF Division 205 (Dept. of Health) enjoyed their annual picnic today at The Joe, the baseball home of the Tri-City ValleyCats in Troy. No word on whether VP Bruce Giddings, Region 8 Coordinator Danielle Bridger, or division leaders hit a batting practice home run.
PEF members in NYC called fellow PEF members last night during a phone banking event to remind them to get out and vote! We are honored to endorse @tomdinapoli.bsky.social and other candidates across NYS. Check out our PEF-endorsed candidates: www.pef.org/departments/...
PEF R3 members & staff phone banked in Rochester yesterday for NYS Comptroller DiNapoli, U.S. Rep. J. Morelle, and State Assemblyman D. Meeks — all endorsed by PEF & up for reelection! Primary Day is 6/23, but early voting is open now. Visit voterlookup.elections.ny.gov to find your polling place.