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Labor, Allies Call For Pro-Growth, Investment Budget

May 18, 2020—With COVID-19 wreaking economic havoc and threatening vital public services, a diverse group of advocates that includes Council 4 called on elected officials to restore taxes on the wealthy to help mitigate the large deficits facing the state of Connecticut.

Labor, Allies Call For Pro-Growth, Investment Budget

Council 4 Building Access Update (May 21, 2020)

May 21, 2020

Effective immediately,  Council 4 is implementing the following guidelines:

Our union office remains closed to members and staff unless essential.

Council 4 requires everyone to:

Council 4 Building Access Update (May 21, 2020)

During National EMS Week, Thank First Responders with More Than Words

As New York City became the epicenter of the global coronavirus pandemic, emergency medical services (EMS) professionals, including AFSCME member Laura Hartnett, were working 16

During National EMS Week, Thank First Responders with More Than Words

Meet Blain Rogozinkski: Police Officer, COVID-19 Survivor

During Law Enforcement Week (May 10-16), our union honored public safety officers who died on the job while recognizing the unique role that first responders like AFSCME law enforcement members play during times of crisis.

Meet Blain Rogozinkski: Police Officer, COVID-19 Survivor

Public Defender Redefines Community and Public Service

 For Josh Michtom, member of Local 381 (State Public Defenders) and Hartford City Councilman - the saying, “All in a day’s work,” carries a lot of weight.

Public Defender Redefines Community and Public Service