It's temporary layoff time.
Temporary layoffs have now been assigned for many SEA members. There are three schedule options for DOT, occurring in July, August and October. The format is the same as before, Th-F, M-F and M-T.
Information regarding online filing for unemployment
The filing for unemployment benefits is a two-part process. The first step is to get yourself set up in the system, the second step is to file after the week you are laid off. You must do this second step to actually receive a check. You should receive a check within +/- 3 days after filing for the week you are laid off. If you have not received an unemployment benefits check yet, you probably have not completed the second step of the process. Even if you are a few weeks past the filing date you should still be able to file. It is worth $388!!!
Information regarding State Employee hours of work reductions (furloughs)
In response to the economic situation facing the State of Wisconsin, the Governor has issued Executive Order 285 stating that employees of all State Agencies and the University of Wisconsin System, shall take eight days or their equivalent (64 hours) of unpaid leave (furlough days) during each fiscal year of the 2009-11 fiscal biennium for a total of sixteen furlough days (128 hours) in the 2009-11 biennium. In theory, this action will save money in the state budget while not compromising services.
We have a contract!
Coinciding with SEA Day, at 9:45 AM, Governor Doyle signed the 2007-09 SEA contract. The
Senate had previously approved it on April 13th and the Assembly approved it on
April 15th.
Thanks to all those involved in getting it done. On to the 2009-11 contract.
Governor Doyle signs the 2007-09 SEA contract. Standing by are
president Mark Klipstein, George Mickelson, Reiny Yahnke, Attorney
Willie Haus and OSER staff.
