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WHO WE ARE

We are the Union that:
CARES...about creating opportunities; educational pursuits and work equality

SHARES...goals of collective responsibility and action

DARES...to make a difference for a better future

Bargaining to Change the Future

Why Is It So Hard to Get the Wages and Benefits We Deserve?

It’s about money, or the lack thereof.

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2012 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS!

Congratulations to the three winners of SEIU Local 284's Scholarships:

Jennifer Vasko, daughter of Renee Vasko, District #2859
Travis Haus, son of Joan Haus, District #742
Maggie Nordlocken, daughter of Julie Nordlocken, District #281

Child Care Ruling

Carol Nieters says Democracy not
well-served by ruling.

Robbindale School Board Takes Low Road - Votes to Outsource Bus Service to UK-owned Company

The Robbinsdale School Board last night (March 5) voted 5-2 in favor of outsourcing its school bus service to a United Kingdom owned company, First Student. The board voted in favor of this action despite months of community outcry against the proposal and while the school district remained in contract negotiations with the drivers’ union, SEIU Local 284.
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MN Zoo 2012

Come join your fellow SEIU members at our annual "Day at the Zoo" on Sunday, 8/5/12. For further info, click here:

MN Zoo 8-5-12

Paraprofessional Conference 2012

Paraprofessionals are a valuable asset to students and teachers. A conference was held in January on Voluntary Para Credentialing. Please read more here:

Paraprofessional Conference 2012

Blaine McCutchan-New Trustee

New Trustee Blaine McCutchan takes the Oath of Office-March 2012

SEIU Local 284 is a proud supporter of The Minnesota Safe Schools for All Coalition.

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GOP STATE BUDGET COMPROMISE MEANS MORE PROFITS FOR BANKS

Service Employees Union Calls on Minnesota Banks to Waive Interest and Fees for Schools Forced to Borrow

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Good Jobs for the 21st Century!

Take the Jobs21! pledge to build the industries of the future here in America. Simply follow the link: http://bluegreenalliance.com/home and click on the JOBS21! block on right-hand side.

2012 Legislative Session

The Minnesota Legislature is forcing through hyper-partisan, Wisconsin style, attacks on your basic collective bargaining rights, your pension, and health care benefits. Click here to read more about the bills we are up against.

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Executive Board Members 2011-12

Carol Nieters, Exec Dir
Keith Niemi, President
Mark Hanson, Vice President
Sandy Ringler, Vice President
Peter Fitzpatrick Trustee
Blaine McCutchan, Trustee
Terri Buttleman, Trustee
Val Brott, Mbr at Large
Bob Cook, Mbr at Large
Donna Morris, Mbr at Large
Mark Krey, Mbr at Large
Valerie Rolstad, Mbr at Large
Mark Bolin, Sergeant at Arms
Ginia Klamecki, Sr Member

Read their bios here

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Spotlight on Ethics

What is the Code of Ethics?
Find out here...

SEIU Executive Board approved an update to the Gifts and Drawings portion of our Ethics Policy. Full policy language can be found here:

SEIU Ethics Policy

ARRA Information

To find out more about the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and what resources are available to you, visit www.seiumm.org

Free Discount Prescription Cards

American Consultants Rx, Inc. is offering free discount prescription cards to members which will assist in receiving up to a 40% discount on name brand drugs and up to a 60% discount on generic prescriptions. One card can be used for the entire family. There is no expiration date, unlimited usage and no forms to complete. The cards are good at over 50,000 chain pharmacies like Walgreen, Walmart, Eckerd's, Kmart, Kroger, Publix and many more. If interested go to http://www.acirx.org for more information.