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Peter Ward named to Cuomo’s transition committee
HTC's President, Peter Ward, was named by Governor-elect Andrew Cuomo to the Committee on Economic Development and Labor, which will advise him during his transition. This committee will lead the effort to recruit and recommend new staff for the New York State agencies involved in job creation and economic growth.
Still no decision on who will get go-ahead to operate Aqueduct Race track
A decision has yet to be reached by the necessary New York state political figures on which of the remaining bidders will get the nod to operate Aqueduct Racetrack, potentially the most lucrative site for gambling in the state.
How Hotel Workers Got Eligibility and Access to the COVID-19 Vaccine
In early March, our Union secured two major developments related to the COVID-19 vaccine. First, hotel workers became eligible to receive the vaccine in New York and in New Jersey. Second, our Union was able to begin efficiently distributing the vaccine to our New York City members through our own health centers. Read more...
Hotel Workers Who Live in NY: Apply Now to Receive Money for Childcare!
New York State has opened applications for childcare scholarships for the children of essential workers, which includes hotel workers, who live in New York State. This scholarship fund will provide weekly payments directly to your childcare provider for children between 6 weeks and 12 years old. Read more...
"No matter where you lay your head at night, don't sleep on the political sway of HTC" - City & State
HTC President Rich Maroko and our Union were nominated as one of this week’s biggest winners in New York City politics. Read more...
NYC Unions Combine Forces to Elect Pro-Worker Majority to City Council in 2021
This year, New Yorkers will elect the next City Council, borough presidents, and mayor. These local elected officials will be in charge of New York City’s economic recovery from COVID-19. Many of these races are competitive and it’s critical that we elect individuals who will prioritize the problems faced by New York City workers in the months and years ahead. As part of our efforts, our Union has joined forces with four other powerful local unions – SEIU 32BJ, Communications Workers of America District 1, District Council 37, and the New York State Nurses Association – to elect a slate of pro-worker and pro-union candidates. Read more...
Media coverage of HTC contract victory at Resorts World casino
The New York Times broke the news Sunday, October 27th about the landmark contract HTC signed with the Resorts World Casino. This amazing contract ensures significantly higher wages, health benefits and a pathway to the middle class for the 1,300 HTC-represented Resorts World employees.
Sofitel security guards ratify their first HTC contract
On July 1, 2010, the security guards at the Sofitel New York ratified their first union contract. With this contract, they join the rest of the bargaining unit employees at the Sofitel and will now have the wages, benefits and protections that come with being members of the Hotel Trades Council.
Get tested for COVID-19
May 6, 2020 4:00 PM
Hotel workers and other essential workers in New York State can make an appointment to be tested for COVID-19 at one of the Department of Health’s drive through or walk-in testing sites by calling the state’s COVID-19 hotline at 1-888-364-3065 or online.
MoMA tower with hotel gets final approval
The MoMA mixed-use tower project has won approval from the New York City Council, clearing the way for the project to begin.
